18th-Century Characters, Including Frederick the Great, Discussion Post 33

[cahn]

And, I mean, it doesn't have to be just 18th century characters, either!

(also, waiting for Yuletide!)

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1730 Recent Diplomacy: 1729 Treaty of Seville

[mildred_of_midgard]

Context

Britain and Spain have been at war (a little bit) since 1727, over things like ships, trade, and Gibraltar. This treaty is when they finally make peace, with France's help. This is considered a great diplomatic triumph for Fleury, who brokered the peace.

Terms

Britain and Spain go back to trading with each other.

Spain stops trying to take Gibraltar back.

Don Carlos gets to be the heir to Parma and Tuscany.

Spain can install Spanish garrisons to ensure he inherits when the current dukes die.

Britain will use its navy to carry the Spanish troops to Italy.

If necessary, Britain and France will use military force against Austria to get the Spanish garrisons installed in Italy.