A More Perfect Union: George Washington and the Making of the Constitution

This 3-part video from Mount Vernon details the struggles that led delegates from the 13 colonies to hold a Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787. At this convention, under the leadership of George Washington, the delegates rejected the Articles of Confederation in favor of a new, stronger federal government. After the Constitution's ratification, Washington become the new nation's first president.
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Direct Link: https://www.mountvernon.org/video/view/2563682/

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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7, 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: George Washington, Constitution, Mount Vernon, Confederation Congress, Shays' Rebellion, James Madison, Great Compromise, slavery, Constitutional Convention, Three Fifths Compromise, separation of powers, presidency, ratification, Federalists, Anti-Federalists, Articles of Confederation
Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation,  Tutorial
Resource Collection: Mount Vernon Museum

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