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Primary
Yale University

Yale: Treaty of Amity and Commerce, France and u.s.

For Students 9th - 10th
The actual treaty that was signed between France the U.S. during the Revolutionary War in which France recognized American independence.
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Activity
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: France Allied With Colonies (1778)

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site describes the decision for France to aid the colonies and the impact that decision had on the American Revolution.
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Handout
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Franco American Alliance

For Students 9th - 10th
In France, enthusiasm for the American cause was high: the French intellectual world was itself in revolt against feudalism and privilege. However, the Crown lent its support to the colonies for geopolitical rather than ideological...
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Website
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Franco American Alliance

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of the alliance between the French and Americans and the ensuing European conflict during the American Revolutionary War.
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Primary
US National Archives

Our Documents: Treaty of Alliance With France (1778)

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this site to learn the history of the 1778 U.S. defensive Treaty of Alliance with France, view images of the document, read a transcript, or download a printer-friendly version.
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Website
Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The French Alliance

For Students 5th - 8th
The surrender of General Burgoynne at Saratoga gave the French the assurance that the Continental Army had a fighting chance to beat the British. Read about early French help and the formal agreements signed between France and America.
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Article
Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: French Alliance Brings Joy to Washington at Valley Forge

For Students 9th - 10th
General order written by Washington to express pleasure of the Treaty of Alliance with France, ratified in May, 1778.