Which treaty granted Americans free navigation of the Mississippi and control of Florida?

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Pinckney's Treaty, also known as the Treaty of San Lorenzo, was established in 1795 between the United States and Spain. This treaty is significant because it granted Americans the right to free navigation of the Mississippi River, which was crucial for trade and the transportation of goods. Additionally, it allowed the United States to gain control over Florida, reinforcing American claims to the territory and setting the stage for future territorial expansion.

The establishment of these provisions in Pinckney's Treaty exemplified diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts and foster cooperation between the nations following the American Revolutionary War. The treaty was particularly beneficial for the southern territories and facilitated the westward expansion of the United States, as access to the Mississippi River was vital for the agricultural economy.

Other treaties, such as Jay's Treaty, focused primarily on settling differences with Great Britain and did not address the issues related to navigation of the Mississippi or control of Florida. The Treaty of Ghent concluded the War of 1812, and the Treaty of Paris ended the Revolutionary War, but these treaties did not provide the specific rights granted in Pinckney's Treaty.