The Treaty of Washington, signed in 1871, was an agreement between Canada and the United States that addressed several key issues, primarily focused on trade and boundary disputes. It established provisions for joint fishing rights in the North Atlantic, resolved the long-standing boundary dispute over the Oregon territory, and provided for arbitration regarding the Alabama Claims, which involved compensation for damages during the Civil War. This treaty marked a significant step in improving diplomatic relations and fostering cooperation between the two nations.
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