Shays' Rebellion Explained

Shay's Rebellion was a response to economic hardships faced by farmers in post-Revolutionary War America. Daniel Shays led a group of farmers in Massachusetts to protest against debt-related injustices, closing courthouses and seizing weapons. The rebellion highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, leading to a stronger federal government under the new Constitution.

How did the Massachusetts government respond to Shay's Rebellion?

In what ways did Shay's Rebellion influence the formation of the federal government and the Constitution?