1787 in Philadelphia: The American Constitution, a political coup

The Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 results in the adoption of a new American Constitution, contrary to initial expectations.

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The fact

Delegates exceed their original mandate to revise the Articles of Confederation by completely redefining the political system.

This Constitution, ratified in 1788, establishes the foundation of the American federal Republic and remains the founding document of the United States.

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