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This Day in Minnesota History

January 17, 1815

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ISBN: 0873514165
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The Treaty of Ghent goes into effect, formally ending the War of 1812. The treaty dictates that the British must vacate posts located on US soil, including those in present-day Minnesota.

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First published: July 1, 2015
Last modified: February 17, 2023