The Constitutional Convention of 1787

The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was a pivotal meeting held in Philadelphia, where delegates from twelve of the thirteen states gathered to create a new government. Aimed at addressing the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, these delegates debated and drafted the Constitution. Notable figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and James Madison played key roles.

Their discussions led to compromises that shaped the structure of the federal government we know today.