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What was the meeting which American leaders drafted a new plan of government for the US in 1787?
Constitutional Convention
What American leaders attended the constitutional convention in 1787?
There were 55 delegates who met at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 which was held in Philadelphia. Some of the more well known delegates included George Washington, James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton.
Who pushed for a constitutional convention at philadelphia in 1787 and why?
In general terms, it was 'Federalists' among America's leaders who pushed for the Constitutional Convention in 1787. Convinced that the young nation would not and could not survive for long without a stronger central (that is, federal) government, leaders such as George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, among many others, led the way in organizing the convention and then carrying through with a rebirth of the nation as a constitutional republic with a stronger federal government.
The two main leaders who called for a Constitutional Convention were?
samuel adams
Why did American leaders thinks constitutional convention was necessary?
Delegates agreed to gather at what is called the at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in May 1787. They were to revise the Articles. They decided instead to write a document that created an entirely new and stronger national government.
Who was unanimously elected to lead the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington was elected to preside over and moderate the Constitutional Convention, in recognition of his work in the American Revolution and because of the fact that he was well known and respected by all.
Who were the two main leaders for a Constitutional Convention were James Madison and?
George Washington
Why did leaders call for a Constitutional Convention in 1787?
The federal government was too weak...
What state was not represented at the constitutional convention because its leaders central government?
Rhode Island did not want any part in the Convention.
What was the Thomas Jefferson quote about the distinguished leaders who attended the Constitutional Convention?
Being a human Is always amazing
What was evidence that the nation was divided in attitudes about the constitutional convention?
Leaders like Patrick Henry refused to attend.
What is the evidence that the nation was divided in attitudes about the constitutional convention?
Leaders like Patrick Henry refused to attend.
