Moroccan–American Treaty of Friendship
The Moroccan–American Treaty of Friendship was a treaty between Morocco and the United States. It was signed in 1786.[1] By signing it, King Mohammed III began diplomatic relations with the newly independent United States.
The treaty agreed that free Moors of North Africa would remain free and not be classified as Negroes, blacks, or slaves.
Moroccan–American Treaty Of Friendship Media
Scan of the complete Arabic text of the Moroccan-American Treaty of Friendship, executed in a Maghrebi script. June 22, 1786 or Sho'ban 25, 1200 hijri
References
- ↑ Roberts, Priscilla H. and Richard S. Roberts, Thomas Barclay (1728-1793): Consul in France, Diplomat in Barbary. Lehigh University Press. 2008, pp.158-223. ISBN 978-0-934223-98-0.
Other websites
- English text of the treaty from Yale University's Lillian Goldman Law Library
