Shays’ Rebellion and the Call for Change

It led to the end of the Revolutionary War

It sparked changes in the U.S. Constitution

It resulted in the abolition of slavery

It caused the formation of political parties

They struggled with heavy taxes and debt.

They received government support and aid.

They were given new land for free.

They were unaffected by economic problems.

They seized farms and imprisoned debtors.

They reduced taxes for farmers.

They distributed money to veterans.

They forgave all debts.

Heavy taxes and debt for farmers, especially in Massachusetts

Abundant job opportunities for veterans

Paper money became worthless

Veterans weren't paid for their service

To stop property seizures

To protest taxes on tea

To demand independence from Britain

To support the federal government

Attack on the federal arsenal in Springfield

State militia defeated the rebels in 1787

British troops intervened to stop the rebellion

Daniel Shays became governor of Massachusetts

The Constitutional Convention of 1787

The end of the Revolutionary War

The election of George Washington as president

The creation of the Bill of Rights

The creation of the U.S. Constitution

The start of the American Revolution

The end of slavery in the North

The Louisiana Purchase