Event record · diplomatic
Washington, D.C. · Diplomacy
Peace becomes effective
17 February 1815
Ratifications are exchanged and the United States proclaims peace.
Participants
- United States Senate
- James Madison
- British diplomatic representatives
Outcome
Ratifications were exchanged and peace formally took effect.
Why it matters
The date distinguishes a signed treaty from a legally operative end to hostilities.
Location evidence
38.889, -77.009 · city precision
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Evidence behind this event
- Treaty of Ghent: Primary Documents in American HistoryLibrary of Congress · primary-source guide
Treaty text, negotiations, and related documents.