What Happened Immediately After The American Revolution

After the American Revolution, the new nation faced economic challenges, disorganized states, and ineffective governance. Loyalists suffered as the British withdrew. Peace talks led to the Treaty of Paris, recognizing American independence. Evacuation Day marked the British departure, and Washington resigned, later becoming the first president. Shays' Rebellion highlighted economic strife, prompting a shift from the Articles of Confederation to the Constitution. The first presidential election saw George Washington unanimously elected.

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