The Treaty of San Lorenzo
Mississippi River
According to the Treaty of Paris of 1783, the MISSISSIPPI RIVER would be open for trade to both the Americans and the British.
The U.S was allowed to use the Mississippi River, which improved our trade and transportations!
The U.S was allowed to use the Mississippi River, which improved our trade and transportations!
it allowed us to use the Mississippi river and New Orleans Port
Trade on the Mississippi river was controlled by the French and Native Americans. The Mississippi river is 2,350 miles long.
The French wanted to control Louisiana. The Mississippi River that open ports in Louisiana is a very important trade route.
It provided easy access to the Gulf of Mexico as well as creating trade opportunities up around the river.
1. The Americans had free navigation of the Mississippi River & 2. Spain the right to trade with New Orleans
Mississippi River
The Mississippi River was one of the most important rivers in early American History. The Mississippi was the most widely used river for trade in the Louisiana territory.
Think of the Mississippi as a highway and it can be used to ship goods and people. As well as have access to the Gulf of Mexico. This is vital for trade.