Events with tag - United States Constitution

May 25, 1787

Constitutional Convention of 1787

The Constitutional Convention of 1787 was a pivotal gathering in Philadelphia where 55 delegates from 12 states met to draft the United States Constitution, establishing a new system of federal government to replace the Articles of Confederation.

December 6, 1865

13th Amendment Ratification

The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, marking the formal abolition of slavery and involuntary servitude throughout the United States. Georgia became the 27th state to approve the amendment, reaching the required three-fourths majority for constitutional ratification.