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Shays' Rebellion

The frustrations of Massachusetts farmers over high taxes and inadequate compensation for war service spiraled into months of protests and violence in the late 1780s. A local issue quickly shook the young United States of America to its core, paving the way for the creation of the Constitution. Below are resources to help you learn more about this controversial event and the historical context behind it.

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