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Treaty of London (1604)

Type Event Region Europe Time 1604

On 18 August 1604, James I of England and Philip III of Spain signed a peace treaty in London, formally ending the Anglo-Spanish War since 1585.

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  1. 1604London · BritainAfter acceding to the throne, James I actively pursued reconciliation with Spain; representatives of both sides negotiated at Somerset House in London, discussing an end to hostilities and the resumption of trade.
  2. 1604Somerset House, London · EnglandOn 18 August 1604 the two sides formally signed the Treaty of London, ending nearly twenty years of Anglo-Spanish war and restoring diplomatic relations and limited trade.

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