1. Articles of Confederation
Many capable statesmen, Robert Morris, John Jay, and Benjamin Lincoln were confused by this organization of government, while others, equally able, shunned service in Congress in favor of state politics. ... The most important thing was the Northwest Ordinance, which set up the boundaries, forbade slavery, and held the nation together to shape what is the American territory. ...
- Word Count: 382
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: Undergraduate