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Signing of the Treaty

When: August 9, 1814
Where: Fort Jackson near Wetumpka or the banks of the Tallapoosa River near present Alexander City (conflicting accounts)
Part of: Event of 1814: Creek War – The Treaty of Fort Jackson is signed, ending the Creek War.

General Andrew Jackson finalized the agreement with Creek chiefs on August 9, 1814, ending hostilities and establishing new territorial boundaries.

The treaty was signed at Fort Jackson near Wetumpka, though some accounts place the signing on the banks of the Tallapoosa River near Alexander City. The document formalized the surrender of the Red Stick faction and outlined the cession of lands.

Sources

Treaty of Fort Jackson Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26

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