What was one of the most important problems facing the US following the Revolutionary War?

Answer 1

The American Revolution is unique in history because Americans had to invent their country and create a national sense from scratch. The most important political issue following the war was to create a national government. The Articles of Confederation was little more than an alliance of states, all with similar problems to solve. But, it held the nation together until the Constitution was written and ratified. Another issue was limiting the power of the national government and doing away with privilege. To that fact, state constitutions were written by assemblies elected by the voters, not by legislatures. The power of the executive branch was limited because of the fear of the power that royal governors had over the colonies. Another important issue was admitting new states into the union. The western lands had to be organized and governments established. It was to the credit of the Articles of Confederation that it was decided that new states would enter the union with the same powers as the original 13 states. Another major issue was getting the nation on a firm economic footing. That would result in Hamilton's financial plan under the Constitution and during the terms of George Washington. Shays's Rebellion in Massachusetts would point out the need for economic reform. MrV

Answer 2

how to organize the territory west of the Appalachian Mountains

Answer 3

what was a major issue after the american revolution which placed a burden on the new nation

Answer 4

Immigration