Franco-American Alliance

(Period: The Road to Independence)

Synopsis:

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Historical synopsis courtesy of A Hypertext on American History from the colonial period until Modern Times by Department of Humanities Computing, University of Groningen, The Netherlands and the former United States Information Agency (1953-1999).

Key Facts:

• There was wide French support for America's cause.
• Britain unwisely opened conflict with the Dutch at the same time the Spanish forged an alliance with France, greatly hindering their war efforts.

Key Events:

• Benjamin Franklin went to France in 1776 as an ambassador and won popular support from the French, playing a critical role in enlisting their help.
• February 6, 1778 - French and Americans sign a number of treaties showing their alliance.