Treaty of Washington

The Treaty of Washington, signed in 1871, was an agreement between the United States and Britain aimed at resolving disputes from the American Civil War and related issues, such as maritime rights and claims over certain territories like the Alaska Purchase. It established arbitration procedures, settled various claims fairly, and improved diplomatic relations. The treaty helped prevent future conflicts between the two countries and set a precedent for peaceful resolution of international disagreements through arbitration, making it an important step toward fostering better US-Britain cooperation during that period.