Shay's Rebellion

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What was the cause of Shay's Rebellion?

-The nation is in a huge economic depression -MA has a huge war debt -MA places a tax on the amount of property a person owns

When did Shay's Rebellion happen?

1786-1787

What was the cause and effect of Shays Rebellion?

Banks had been taking lands from farmers since they haven't been paying their debts while in war. It increased calls for a stronger gov't.

Who was involved in Shays Rebellion ?

Daniel Shay, a former captain in the Continental Army, issued a set of demands that included paper money, tax relief, a embargo on debt, relocation of the capital to the interior, and the repeal of imprisonment for debt. Defeated by the militia, Shay and followers were pardoned. Helped spur movement to create a new constitution.

What was the result of Shays Rebellion ?

It was decided to revise the Articles of Confederation

Where did Shay's Rebellion occur?

Springfield, MA

What was Shay's Rebellion?

a series of protests in 1786 and 1787 by American farmers against state and local enforcement of tax collections and judgments for debt.


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