1787: The Constitution of the United States of America


The 7 articles of the American Constitution were signed in Philadelphia in 1787 and formed the basis of the first republican government in the world. The Constitution defined the institutions of government and the powers of each institution, carefully carving out the duties of the executive, legislative and judicial branches. The Constitution also declared that it was paramount to any other law, whether federal or state, and it would override any other inconsistent law. The American Constitution served as a model for the constitutions of many nations upon attaining independence or becoming democracies.

OKay... I try to read the constitution everyday (not that it matters, huh??)

Okay question.. Can someone tell me who wrote the constitution? And who wrote the first draft? And nooooooooooo cheating either. YOu gotta know it already

The 10th person to respond to this thread with the correct answer and comments regarding the consitution, will get a free forum signature to do with as you please...

Once was enough for me...

Same here. Bill of Rights is really the important part anyway.

A number of delegates wrote it, primarily James Madison if I remember correctly.

I thought that was supposed to be the tenth post?

I don't think so.

OK I guess I was just confused.