Royal Proclamation of 1763 – Postcard

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On October 7, 1763, King George III issued a Royal Proclamation for the administration of British territories in North America. The Royal Proclamation of 1763 set out the core elements of the relationship between First Nations and the Crown, established the recognition of First Nation rights in Canada, and laid the foundation of the treaty-making process.

By the King, a Proclamation. George R. (Royal Proclamation of 1763) FF 1763 G, Clements Library, University of Michigan