A joint high commission was created on February 9 , 1871 , in Washington , consisting of representatives from both Britain and the United States .
Negotiations for a new treaty began in January 1871 when Britain sent Sir John Rose to America to meet with Fish .
A joint high commission was created on February 9 , 1871 , in Washington , consisting of representatives from both Britain and the America   .
Negotiations for a new treaty began in January 1871 when Britain sent Sir John Rose to America to meet with Fish .