The document summarizes the negotiations that led to the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921. It describes the main issues debated, including Ireland's relationship with the British Empire, the status of Northern Ireland, and British defense requirements. The Irish delegation had ambiguous instructions and was divided on issues like compromising on a republic. After two months of negotiations and threats of war from Lloyd George, the Irish signed the treaty on December 6th, recognizing King George as head of the Irish Free State but partitioning Ireland and leaving Northern Ireland out.