The Treaty of Paris, signed on September 3, 1783, formally ended the American Revolutionary War. This agreement marked the recognition of American independence from British rule and established the boundaries of the new nation. Key figures in the negotiations included Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and John Jay, who played crucial roles in crafting the treaty. The treaty detailed terms regarding territory, rights, and relations between the United States and Great Britain, laying the foundation for future diplomatic relations and the establishment of American sovereignty.