1783-1789

Explores the creation of the United States Constitution, including the people involved, the ratification process, and the implications for the nation's government, both at its inception and today.

A historical review of the people, issues, and events that led to the drafting and ratification of the United States Constitution.

A discussion of the events leading up to the American war for independence from Britain, the revolutionary struggle, the Declaration of Independence, and the beginning of a new nation.

Examines the Articles of Confederation and the birth of the United States.

Uses excerpts from primary sources such as speeches, books, and magazine articles to develop the debates and various arguments surrounding the creation of the United States Constitution.

Discusses the United States Constitution and the founding of America, covering such aspects as the Constitutional Convention, the writing of the Constitution, the struggle for ratification, and the enduring legacy of this document.

A humorous presentation of facts about U.S. history, from the late colonial period to the presidency of George Washington.

Explains what a constitution is, discusses why the thirteen American colonies felt the need for a central government, introduces five framers of the U.S. Constitution, describes the convention at which the document was created, and considers the relevance of the Constitution in the modern world.

Describes the life of Gouverneur Morris, who edited the final version of the United States Constitution, served as minister to France, and was instrumental in the establishment of our national coinage system and in the planning of the Erie Canal.

Examines the events and personalities involved in creating the Constitution of the United States in 1787, a document which has been the foundation of American democracy for over 200 years.