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The Treaty of Paris

During the continuation of the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War, there were no significant battles. The Dutch Republic managed to avoid British efforts, which was, however, leading to a naval blockade. This blockade caused severe economic damage and pushed the Dutch into peace talks. On May 20, 1784, they signed the Treaty of Paris. As a result, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) gave up its spice trade monopoly, Britain gained access to the Maluku Islands and took control of Negapatnam in India. Additionally, the Dutch Republic settled its conflicts with Joseph II, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.

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The Treaty of Paris

The Treaty of Paris

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During the continuation of the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War, there were no significant battles. The Dutch Republic managed to avoid British efforts, which was, however, leading to a naval blockade. This blockade caused severe economic damage and pushed the Dutch into peace talks. On May 20, 1784, they signed the Treaty of Paris. As a result, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) gave up its spice trade monopoly, Britain gained access to the Maluku Islands and took control of Negapatnam in India. Additionally, the Dutch Republic settled its conflicts with Joseph II, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.

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