Exchange of Ratifications
- When
- April 11, 1899
- Where
- Washington, D.C.
On April 11, 1899, documents of ratification for the Treaty of Paris were exchanged between President McKinley and Ambassador Cambon, finalizing the treaty's effect.
The Treaty of Paris came into effect on April 11, 1899, when the documents of ratification were exchanged. This exchange completed the passage of Philippine sovereignty to the United States. The event involved President William McKinley and French Ambassador Jules Cambon, who acted for Spain. The exchange finalized the cession of Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, and established Cuba as a protectorate.
Sources
- Treaty of Paris (1898) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-19
- Spanish–American War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-10
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