Author: Cave, Karen Carroll (NHC Education Digital Projects Coordinator, 2016–18)

Advisor: Breen, T. H. (NHC Fellow, 1983–84; 1995–96)

Shays’ Rebellion (1786–1787) and its aftermath reflected more than just problems within the Articles of Confederation government. Reaction to Massachusetts’ treatment of the rebels following the insurrection served as a reminder to those in power of the republican nature of the American government. It emphasized the importance of the right to vote as a key element of the reciprocal duties between the government and its citizens.

Subjects

Political Science / History / Education Studies / Shay's Rebellion / Correspondence / American History / Voting Rights / United States Government / Primary Sources /