Events leading to the constitution

Revolutionary War Starts

Apr 19, 1775

Revolutionary war starts, fought to gain independence from Britain

Declaration of Independence is written

1776

13 Colonies become 13 states, no central government

Revolutionary War Ends

Sep 3, 1783

War Ends, 13 Colonies set up government under articles of confederation

The Constitution Convention is held

May 25, 1787

Representatives begin writing the constitution

Constitution Convention Ends

Sep 17, 1787

representatives end convention by signing the constitution

Constitution Ratified

Jun 21, 1788

constitution is instituted after 9 out of 13 states ratify it