What does it mean to win a war—and what comes after? In this episode, Treaty of Paris and International Consequences, we explore how the 1783 treaty ended the Revolutionary War and redrew the map of North America. Britain recognized American independence, France savored a victory over its old rival, and Spain gained territory—but the global balance of power shifted in ways no one fully expected. For the young United States, the treaty was both triumph and test, raising new questions about borders, trade, and diplomacy. If you've ever wondered how America's independence rippled across the world stage, this episode shows how one treaty reshaped international politics.