Creation of the U.S Government

By taviaellison

  • The Declaration of Independence

    The Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence, stating the colonies seperation from Great Britain.

  • Articles of Confederation

    Congress adopts the Articles of Confederation, which serves as the first constitution of the United States.

  • Articles of Confederation Ratified

    The A.O.C were ratified by all 13 states and established the united states.

  • Treaty of Paris

    The Treaty of Paris was signed and officially ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence, statehood.

  • The Constitutional Convention starts

    Delegates from twelve states convene in Philadelphia to revise the A.O.C.

  • U.S. Constitution Signed

    The delegates at the Consitutional Convention signed the U.S Constitution which were (George Washington, James Madison, Ben Franklin), creating a new framework for the federal government.

  • U.S. Constitution Ratified

    New Hampshire becomes the ninth state to ratify the Constitution, ensuring the adoption the had been made on the A.O.C.

  • First Congress Convenes

    The first session of the United States Congress meets in New York City.

  • George Washington became first President

    George Washington launched as the first President of the United States.

  • Bill of Rights Proposed

    The first Congress proposes twelve amendments to the Constitution, which will become known as the Bill of Rights.

  • First Supreme Court Session

    The Supreme Court district of the U.S. holds its first session, establishing the judiciary branch (the 3rd branch) of the government.

  • Bill of Rights Ratified

    The ten amendments to the Constitution are ratified by the states.