In the Articles of Confederation, the national government could not tax the people or raise an army. What did this show about the Articles of Confederation?
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Firstly, the Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States, created during a time when the American people were wary of strong central government due to their experiences under British rule. Show more…
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