Treaty of El Pardo (1728) facts for kids

The Treaty of El Pardo was an agreement signed between Great Britain and Spain in March 1728. It happened at the El Pardo Palace in Madrid, Spain. This treaty helped to end a war between the two countries that had started in 1727.

What Was the Treaty of El Pardo?

The Treaty of El Pardo was an important step towards peace. It aimed to solve the main disagreements between Great Britain and Spain. The British wanted to make peace with Spain. They hoped to do this before Spain could join an alliance with another powerful country, Austria.

Who Signed the Treaty?

The British Ambassador in Madrid, named Benjamin Keene, agreed to the terms of the treaty. However, his leaders in London thought the agreement was too easy on Spain. They did not approve the terms. This meant that new talks were needed. These discussions happened later at a meeting called the Congress of Soissons.

What Happened After the Treaty?

Even with these efforts to make peace, the problems between Britain and Spain did not fully go away. Just over ten years later, in 1739, a new war broke out. This war is often called the War of Jenkins' Ear.