LAD #5: The Proclamation of Neutrality 1793

The Proclamation of Neutrality of 1793 was in response to the war between Austria, Prussia, Sardinia, Great Britain, and the United Netherlands against France. In the Proclamation George Washington declares neutrality, without actually mentioning the word. The reason for this was so that the United States could continue its great economic relations with Great Britain. He also states that anyone who aids any of the powers will be punished. This document was signed on April 22, 1793