The Constitution is considered America's 'supreme law of the land.' It establishes the United States system of government, identifies three branches, and protects individual rights.
The Constitutional Convention lasted four months, from May 25 to September 17, 1787. Delegates convened to replace the Articles of Confederation, which had shown to be ineffective.
The Constitution was created to address the lack of a strong central authority in post-Revolutionary War America, ensuring a balance of power among the states.
James Madison is referred to as the 'Father of the Constitution' for his key role in drafting the document and his work on the Bill of Rights.
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