Makematic
Shays' Rebellion
In the summer of 1786, the first major armed uprising in the newly formed United States began. Shays' Rebellion was a conflict over debt and taxes that would shake the foundations of the U.S. government.
Makematic
The End of the Revolutionary War
What did the United States look like after the Revolution? Discover how economic, governmental and social challenges in the post-war period led to lasting reforms that fulfilled the promise of independence.
Curated Video
People and Events That Shaped the US Constitution
PEOPLE AND EVENTS THAT SHAPED THE US CONSTITUTION CHAPTER 1. Montesquieu’s Ideas About Government In this video students will learn about Montesquieu one of the foremost political philosophers of the Enlightenment. Viewers will come to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Articles of Confederation and Shays' Rebellion
This video lesson from Khan Academy provides an introduction to the Articles of Confederation and its weaknesses. Shays' Rebellion was one of the catalysts for the Constitutional Convention of 1787. This lesson is intended for students...
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics:the First National Government:the Aftermath of Shays' Rebellion
Shays' Rebellion and the popular reaction to it gave Congress an extra incentive to reform the Articles of Confederation.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 1613: We the People Lesson 11 Part 9: Shays' Rebellion
Shays' Rebellion failed, but it pointed out the downside of having of a weak federal government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 268: Shays' Rebellion Part 1
On today's episode, we learn about Shays' Rebellion.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 269: Shays' Rebellion Part 2
Today we continue our discussion of Shays' Rebellion.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 270: Shays' Rebellion Part 3
Today we conclude our discussion of Shays' Rebellion.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Rights After Independence Pt. 10: Shays' Rebellion
In 1786, a group of farmers in Massachusetts started a rebellion. It would ultimately be the last nail in the coffin of the Articles of Confederation.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: The First National Government Part 5: Shays' Rebellion
Angry farmers led by Daniel Shays led an armed rebellion in Massachusetts. Find out why on today's podcast.
HipHughes History
You Tube: America and the Elite Theory of Democracy
Mr. Hughes provides a short summary of the elite theory of government. No not communist propaganda or the Democratic playbook of hamming up class warfare, just an honest analysis of the intention of the founding fathers when drafting the...
HipHughes History
You Tube: Shays' Rebellion Explained
A quick overview of the 1786-1787 event known as Shays' Rebellion. Perfect for students of the Social Studies and lifelong learners.