The First Supreme Court Case That Mattered | Chisholm v. Georgia

In 1777, Georgia promised to pay Robert Farquhar for supplies during the American War of Independence but failed to do so. After Farquhar's death, Alexander Chisholm sued Georgia for the debt. The case reached the Supreme Court, which ruled in favor of Chisholm, challenging state sovereignty. This led to the 11th Amendment, preventing states from being sued without consent. The debt was finally settled in 1847.

What was the amount Georgia owed to Robert Farquhar for supplies?

Who took over Robert Farquhar's estate after his death?

What was Georgia's argument regarding the Circuit Court's jurisdiction?

What were the two main questions the Supreme Court had to consider in this case?

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision on February 18th, 1793?

What did the 11th Amendment to the Constitution prevent?

How long did the family fight to get their owed money after Farquhar's death?