The signing of the Treaty of Ghent in 1814 marked the end of the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain. Historically, the treaty restored pre-war boundaries and relations, leading to a sense of national unity and identity in the United States. It effectively ended hostilities without addressing the underlying issues like trade restrictions and impressment of American sailors, which had originally sparked the conflict. However, the Treaty allowed the United States to strengthen its sovereignty, fostered westward expansion, and eventually facilitated amicable relations with Britain, paving the way for future cooperation in North America.