Constitutional Convention (United States)
The Constitutional Convention was a gathering of delegates from the various states in the United States that took place in 1787. The purpose of the convention was to discuss and create a new governing document for the country, as the existing Articles of Confederation were proving to be inadequate.
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The purpose of the convention was to discuss and create a new governing document for the country, as the existing Articles of Confederation were proving to be inadequate. The convention resulted in the drafting of the United States Constitution, which laid the foundation for the country's system of government that still exists today. The delegates debated and compromised on various issues, including the structure of the government, the powers of the branches, and the representation of states. The convention is considered a crucial event in American history and was responsible for creating a balance between the centralized national government and the rights of the states. The resulting Constitution has since been amended several times, but its basic framework has remained intact and continues to shape the United States' political system.