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1784

The year 1784 was significant for political and scientific developments. It saw the end of the American Revolutionary War, with Britain recognizing U.S. independence. The Treaty of Paris was signed, establishing peaceful relations. In science, it was the year when French chemist Antoine Lavoisier advanced understanding of combustion, helping to establish modern chemistry. Additionally, the Gregorian calendar was adopted by several countries, standardizing how dates are kept. Overall, 1784 marked important steps toward nation-building, scientific progress, and international cooperation.