Events in 1763

February 10, 1763

Treaty of Paris: Florida Transfer

The Treaty of Paris of 1763 marked a pivotal moment in colonial history when Spain ceded Florida to Great Britain in exchange for Havana and Manila, reshaping the political landscape of North America.

October 7, 1763

Proclamation of 1763

The Proclamation of 1763 was a landmark royal decree issued by King George III following Britain's victory in the Seven Years' War. It established a boundary along the Appalachian Mountains to restrict colonial settlement and protect Native American territories.