| A | B |
|---|
| 1775 | The Revolutionary War begins |
| 1776 | Declaration of Independence |
| 1777 | The Articles of Confederation are written |
| 1781 | The Articles of Confederation are ratified |
| 1783 | The Revolutionary War ends |
| 1787 | Shays Rebellion |
| 1787 | The Constitution is written |
| 1788 | The Constitution is ratified |
| 1789 | Government under the Constitution begins |
