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First Continental Congress
All 13 colonies met in Philadelphia. Purposes was to discuss responses regarding the British increased attempt to gain more power and discussed what to do about the mistreatment from the British. Outcome led to the American Revolutionary War. Intention was to win the war against Great Britain. -
Declaration of Independence
The United States declared independence from Great Britain. (The Declaration of Independence name originated from). The United States of America demanded in this document to separate the British Colonies from what is now known as, The United States. The Congress redrafted The Declaration of Independence, publishing the final version on July 4th, 1776. The Declaration of Independence is a document that specifically defines states rights and citizens rights pertaining to the U.S. Government. -
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Articles of Confederation
America's first constitution to be established. Under the Article of Confederation constitution, each state was independently operated. With the national government comprised of a single legislature. The Articles of Confederation was created November 15th, 1777. This document was ratified February 2, 1781. The Article of Confederation became effective March 1, 1781. The Article of Confederation was superseded March 4, 1789, and replaced by Constitution of The United States. -
Debate: Ratification of The U.S. Constitution
Image depicts citizens rage and violence New Yorkers fought about in New York City during the intense debates over the proposed amendments (Bill of Rights). Usually, the fights were Federalists against the Anti-Federalists. -
Establishment: The 3 Branches of Government
The three branches of government were created under the ratification constitution during the Constitutional Convention meeting. (Attendees was the 13 colonies).
The purpose of this system is to prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
Legislative Branch- make laws
Executive Branch- sign laws and veto laws
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Visualization: Ratification of the U.S. Constitution
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Constitutional Convention
The convention was to address the issues of the weak central government under Articles of Confederation. George Washington was selected, unanimously to lead as president of the convention. Discussing ways that would strengthen the government. Some political leaders opposed, due to fear that the central government would gain more power causing individuals and individual states to lose more rights. The Founding Fathers are known for building the United States of America. -
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Ratification of The U.S. Constitution
The people and states debated the ratification of constitution from 1787-1791. In order for the constitution to become effective, 9 out of 13 states had to agree. June 21, 1788, the ninth state agreed. Therefore, an agreement was made that the government under the U.S. constitution would begin on March 4, 1789. February 2, 1790, the Supreme Court ensured the government will be fully operative on that day. -
First Congress of United States Convened
The Congress of the United States under the new Constitution (Declaration of Independence), Convened in Federal Hall, New York City on March 04 1789. The start of the federal government began under the new Constitution. First day of the constitution’s official business. -
First President of The United States of America
George Washington was inaugurated April 30th 1789; by popular demand. The Executive Branch began the initiation. George Washington spent his first term setting up the government, properly. -
Judiciary Act of 1789
Judiciary Act of 1789 was the first act passed by Congress, followed by President George Washington signature. This act permits the Supreme Court (Judicial Branch), to upkeep the organization of the United States federal court system. -
Bill of Rights
James Madison (1789) wrote the Bill of Rights so individuals rights, and civil liberties, were protected.
Became effective December 15th 1791.
l - Freedom of Speech, Religion, Protest, and Press.
ll - Right to Bear Arms
lll - Protection of Private Property
lV - Unreasonable Search & Seizure
V - Protection From Self-Incrimination
Vl - Rights in Criminal Cases
Vll - Rights in Civil Cases
Vlll - Rights to Reasonable Punishments
lX - Rights Retain By The People
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