Late-18th Century

Definition

The late-18th century refers to the time period from 1776 to 1800, specifically within the context of US history. It encompasses events such as the American Revolution, the drafting of the Constitution, and early years of independence for the United States.

Related terms

Constitutional Convention (1787): A meeting held in Philadelphia where representatives from each state gathered to draft a new constitution for the United States.

Federalists: A political party that supported a strong central government and ratification of the Constitution.

Antifederalists: A political party that opposed a strong central government and were concerned about protecting individual rights.