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Lesson 16 of 84 · American Revolution
African Americans in the Revolution
The Constitutional Convention of 1787 produced the U.S. Constitution after months of debate. Delegates in Philadelphia created a framework of government with checks and balances.
Key Facts
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Primary sources come from the time of the event.
2
Historians use evidence to support claims.
3
Timelines show events in order.
Timeline
1492
Christopher Columbus reaches the Americas
1607
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement, is founded
1620
The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is a primary source?