How did the Treaty of Ghent resolve the War of 1812?

The Treaty of Ghent, signed on December 24, 1814, effectively ended the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain. It restored pre-war boundaries and largely returned territorial claims to both sides, without addressing the specific issues that had caused the conflict, such as trade restrictions and impressment of American sailors. The treaty was ratified by the U.S. Senate in February 1815, and the news helped quell ongoing hostilities. Ultimately, it paved the way for improved relations between the two nations in the following years.