American Revolution The Postwar Period revised (1975)

The film discusses the post-Revolutionary War period in America, highlighting the challenges faced by the newly independent states under the Articles of Confederation. It details the economic turmoil, lack of a strong central government, and the states’ reluctance to unite, leading to issues like war debt and inflation. Key events include Shays’ Rebellion, which underscored the need for a stronger federal government. The film culminates in the Constitutional Convention of 1787, where delegates crafted the U.S. Constitution, establishing a system of checks and balances and a federal government that retained state powers while ensuring unity.

Keywords
American Revolution, postwar period, Articles of Confederation, economic turmoil, Shays’ Rebellion, Constitutional Convention, U.S. Constitution, federalism, checks and balances, independence

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