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Franklin negotiated the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War from "summary" of Benjamin Franklin by Walter Isaacson
When Franklin arrived in Paris in December 1776, he was greeted as a celebrity and quickly became the most famous American in Europe. His charm, wit, and intelligence endeared him to the French court, and he was able to secure crucial military and financial support for the American cause. Over the next several years, Franklin worked tirelessly to build relationships with key figures in the French government and secure their commitment to the American cause. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Franklin's diplomatic efforts paid off when he successfully negotiated the Treaty of Paris in 1783. This treaty officially ended the Revolutionary War and secured American independence from Great Britain. Franklin's skillful negotiation tactics and strategic allianc...
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