What is the significance of the treaty of fort Jackson?

The Treaty of Fort Jackson, signed in 1814, was significant as it marked the end of the Creek War, a conflict between the United States and the Creek Nation. The treaty forced the Creeks to cede more than 21 million acres of their land in present-day Alabama and Georgia, significantly reducing their territory. This loss not only weakened the Creek Nation but also facilitated the expansion of American settlers into the Southeast, contributing to the broader context of U.S. territorial growth and Native American displacement during the early 19th century.