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Jun 15, 1215
Magna carter
The Magna Carta inspired the U.S. to write the Constitution. -
The Maflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact was the first governing document of the pilgrims. -
Decleration of Independence
The colonies declare their independence from Great Britan -
Inflation
After the Revolutionary War, most states had a hard time paying off war debts and struggled to collect overdue taxes. -
Articles Of Confederation
The Constitution replaced the Articles of Confederation later in 1787. -
Trade With Britan
America had trading problems with Britan, so they closed the ports. -
Shay's Rebellion
A poor farmer and Revolutionary War veteran, Daniel Shays, led hundreds of men in a forced shutdown of the Supreme Court. Shays also led in farmers protest against high taxes and heavy dept. -
Annapolis Convention begins
12 delegates from 5 states called for a constitutional convention.