Historical Events tagged with "boundary"

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Politics & Government

Agreement Formalizes Partition of Ireland

December 3rd, 1925 99 years ago

A significant agreement was signed to formalize the Partition of Ireland between the Irish Free State, Northern Ireland, and the United Kingdom. This agreement resulted from ongoing discussions about governance and boundaries following the Irish War of Independence, setting the stage for the political landscape in Ireland. It aimed to provide clarity on the separate jurisdictions, especially in terms of governance in the north and south of the island, reflecting longstanding tensions and the divisions that had emerged.

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Politics & Government

Boundary Agreement between the U.S. and Spain

October 27th, 1795 229 years ago

The Treaty of Madrid established boundaries between U.S. territories and Spanish colonies. It defined the Florida borders, addressing territorial disputes, ensuring peaceful relations, and facilitating trade. The agreement was part of broader U.S. expansion efforts.

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Politics & Government

Treaty Resolves Boundary Dispute and Prisoner Exchange

May 25th, 1738 286 years ago

A treaty was negotiated between Pennsylvania and Maryland to resolve the Conojocular War, which included the settlement of a long-standing boundary dispute and the exchange of prisoners. The agreement aimed to foster peaceful relations and clear the border ambiguities that had caused tensions between the two colonies. The resolution was characterized by mutual concessions, highlighting the importance of diplomacy in colonial governance.

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