jan 5, 1787 - Anti Federalists vs. federalists
Description:
Debate over the vision and direction of America: strong state governments and agriculture vs. strong federal government and manufacturing. This debate divides America into two separate ways of life, the contrasting economic systems of North and south exemplify this split in the nation, build tension and ultimately result in the Civil War.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 5, 1787
Now
~ 238 years ago