Was Washington To Blame For The X, Y, And Z Affair?

Was Washington to blame for the X, Y, and Z affair? In my opinion yes, Washington was partly responsible for this affair. Throughout his presidency, Washington got rid of many problems with foreign affairs by establishing a treaty. When they needed Spain to give us navigation of the Mississippi river, he created Pinckney’s Treaty. Also, when Britain’s army units remained in America and causing havoc, Washington made Jay’s treaty. The main focus that Washington was making was the need to have peace in America. The American unity was way too fragile to have any wars anytime soon. So the goal was to avoid them at all costs. But, France was having their French Revolution and needed America’s aid. But, Washington already made it clear of