The signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783 formally concluded the American Revolutionary War. This agreement marked the recognition of American independence from British rule and established territorial boundaries for the newly formed United States. Negotiated by American diplomats, including Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, and John Adams, the treaty was a pivotal moment in history, as it acknowledged the sovereignty of the United States, facilitated the end of hostilities, and laid the groundwork for future diplomatic relations. The treaty also had significant implications for colonial powers' relations with other nations and the expansion of American territory.