Lesson 28 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation were the first set of laws that governed the United States after the American Revolution.
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Then & Now
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The Articles of Confederation were the first set of laws that governed the United States after the American Revolution. Created in 1781, these articles aimed to unite the thirteen states. However, they had many weaknesses, such as a lack of power to collect taxes or regulate trade. This led to problems, prompting leaders to create a stronger Constitution in 1787, which replaced the Articles.
Key Facts
The Articles of Confederation were ratified in 1781.
They created a weak central government.
The Constitution replaced the Articles in 1787.
Timeline
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement, is founded
The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
The Declaration of Independence is signed
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