Here’s a brief look back in time on this day, February 10th.
In 1763, the Treaty of Paris was signed by constituents in Great Britain, France, Spain and Portugal, bringing an end to the Seven Years’ War (also known as the French and Indian War). The terms of the treaty include France losing almost all its territories in North America and giving it to the British monarchy, with the exception of Louisiana’s territory west of the Mississippi River. This was due to Britain’s decisive victories in various battles, however the war drained the British government’s treasury: causing the nation to go further into debt if the war continued. This leads France to support the Patriots thirteen years later during the American Revolution against Great Britain. French citizens would be inspired by the Americans, inciting a revolution of their own in 1789 against their king Louis XVI and his cabinet.
In 1967, the 25th amendment to the U.S. Constitution becomes ratified following two years of debate among states. The new law clarifies procedure in the death or resignation of a sitting U.S. president. Section I declares that the Vice President would be sworn in office if such an event happens. Learn more about the 25th amendment by clicking or tapping here.
In 2014, lauded American child actress turned diplomat Shirley Temple passes away at the age of 85. Her expansive film career lasted from 1931 until 1949, starring in over 40 movies. She later stars in the television series Shirley Temple’s Storybook from 1958 until 1961. Her tenure as a delegate in the 24th United Nations General Assembly would help secure her role as the U.S. Ambassador to Czechoslovakia during 41st president George H.W. Bush’s administration. Her cause of death was determined to be a result of COPD.