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How the articles of confederation served as America’s first real national government. Also,  the U.S. had not paid many of their own soldiers due to their economic issues.

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The Articles of Confederation, formally the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union, was an agreement among the 13 original states of the United States of America that served as its first constitution.

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Shay’s Rebellion- Who, What, When, Where and Why?

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Shay’s Rebellion- Who, What, When, Where and Why?

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Who- Daniel Shays
What- The Annapolis delegates called on all 13 states to send delegates to a Constitutional Convention at Philadelphia, in May 1787. They hoped this Convention would improve the national government.
Where- Massachusetts
Why- Shays' Rebellion started when the government of Massachusetts decided to raise taxes instead of issuing paper money to pay off its debts.

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The new Constitution allowed them to feel optimistic about their chances for future economic success.

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What if the Articles of Confederation remained the law of the land?

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What if the Articles of Confederation remained the law of the land?

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If the articles of confederation remained, then there will not be a national court, no national currency, no foreign treaties, and lack of funds for necessary services.

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The major downfall of the Articles of Confederation was simply weakness. The federal government, under the Articles, was too weak to enforce their laws and therefore had no power. On the other hand, Congress has the power to deal with foreign affairs and had authority to declare war.