During the Treaty of Paris in 1783, American negotiators primarily fought for recognition of American independence, the establishment of borders for the new nation, and the rights to navigate the Mississippi River. They sought to ensure that the United States would receive land extending to the Mississippi River in the west and to the Great Lakes in the north, while also addressing issues related to fishing rights off the coast of Newfoundland. Additionally, they aimed to secure favorable terms regarding the treatment of Loyalists and the restoration of property seized during the war.
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