The West in the Diplomacy of the American Revolution
The West in the Diplomacy of the American Revolution
Paul Chrisler Phillips
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) 146 THE WEST IN THE REVOLUTION [256 other cession.^^ This interview convinced Jay that there was no hope of an immediate treaty with Spain, and he turned his attention to other matters. Altho Spain had given the fullest assurance of loyalty to France, she continued her negotiations with England. France was aware of her actions, but was in no position to interfere. The war in America had produced no bril- liant victories; the treasury was depleted ;^^ and the king, grown despondent, was anxiou...s for peace. The fears of Louis were further increased by the constant demands of the Spanish court for a general pacification. Vergennes also was anxious for peace, but he had resolved to obtain it onl}' on terms honorable to his king and in accordance with his promises to the United States.^'^ What disturbed him most was the Spanish insistence upon the uti possidetis in America, which would leave England in possession of New York and the two most southern states.^^ He urged Montmorin to sound Florida Blanca again to see if he would consent to the recognition of the United States with all their possessions, for he held that this was the only honorable course for all concerned.
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