Treaty of Fort Stanwix

The Treaty of Fort Stanwix, signed in 1768, was an agreement between the British colonies and the Iroquois Confederacy. It aimed to resolve land disputes by establishing boundaries, but it largely favored colonial expansion, forcing the Iroquois to cede parts of their territory in present-day Ohio and Kentucky. This treaty is significant because it marked a shift toward increased colonial control over Native lands, leading to future conflicts and tensions between settlers and Indigenous peoples. It reflects the complex negotiations and power dynamics during the colonial period in North America.