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Summary of the Articles of Confederation 

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Summary of the Articles of Confederation 

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The Articles of Confederation was the first written constitution. Under these articles, the states remained sovereign and independent, with Congress serving as the last resort on appeal of disputes. Congress was also given the authority to make treaties and alliances, maintain armed forces and coin money. However, the central government lacked the ability to levy taxes and regulate commerce, issues that led to the Constitutional Convention in 1787 for the creation of new federal laws.

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The U.S. Constitution established America's national government and fundamental laws, and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.

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Shay's Rebellion: who what when where why? 

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Shay's Rebellion: who what when where why? 

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Shays' Rebellion was an armed uprising in Massachusetts during 1786 and 1787. Revolutionary War veteran Daniel Shays led four thousand rebels in an uprising against perceived economic and civil rights injustices

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-Had a weak national
-State government is strong
-States had one representative and one vote in congress

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-1st constitution
-federalism power divided between central and individual government.

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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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There would be a confusion among the states. This would lead to a lot of conflicts.