General George Washington Bids Farewell to His Officers
After leading the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolutionary War, General George Washington bid farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York City on December 4th, 1783, a poignant moment in American history.
The First Successful Ascent in a Hot Air Balloon
November 21st, 1783, witnessed the first successful ascent in a hot air balloon by French inventors Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier. This groundbreaking event marked a new era in human exploration of the skies.
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was signed, officially bringing an end to the American Revolutionary War and recognizing the United States as an independent nation.