Why do you think it took so long for news of the treaty to reach the US?

The delay in news of the treaty reaching the US can be attributed to several factors, including the slow communication methods of the time, such as ships carrying messages and lengthy overland travel. Additionally, the complexity of international diplomacy and the potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies could have further postponed the dissemination of information. Geographic distance and the challenges of coordinating between different governments also played a significant role in the lag.