may 25, 1787 - Constitutional Convention - From May 25 to September 17, 1787
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The Constitutional Convention was a meeting in the Pennsylvania State House lasting a few months. It was used to address the problems due to the United States weak central government and the Articles of Confederation.The delegates created a plan comprised of checks and balances between the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches. This would ensure equality among those who governed the region and create peace.
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