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Molding a Nation - 1781 - 1789
The Articles of Confederation, though flawed, served as a bridge to becoming a new nation.
Americans are on their own, and reality has set in
Some believed that we could not handle it
We couldn't afford to go back into war

(Side note: John Hanson was the president by the Articles of Confederation.)

The Articles serve the purpose for the time being, even with their flawed nature; they get us through the post-war period.

The Confederation was the brainchild of Richard Henry Lee, and John Dickinson was the principle draftsman of the Articles of Confederation.

The following Powers were clearly stated in the document to the Congress (these were held by the Congress).
POWERS HELD:
Power over foreign affairs and problems in times of peace and war.
Power to decide state disputes. (Note: Shay's Rebellion)
Powers to make coins, establish a postal service, oversee Indian affairs, and govern the Western territories.
The following crucial......

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