The Treaty of Ghent, signed in 1814, effectively ended the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain. While it did not resolve the specific issues that led to the war, such as maritime rights or trade restrictions, it marked a significant thawing of relations between the two nations. The treaty restored pre-war boundaries and established a framework for peaceful relations going forward. In the long term, the successful resolution of the war and the treaty contributed to a sense of national unity in the U.S. and heralded a period of increased diplomatic and economic cooperation with Britain.