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Discuss the positive aspects of the Articles of Confederation

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How the Articles of Confederation are positive and played a major role in the development of today's governmental system are discussed.

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The most important thing that happened because of the Articles of Confederation was that American colonies fought against and defeated Great Britain and gained independence. Congress signed a peace treaty as a result of the articles and with England in 1783. This allowed the United States to gain additional land such as the Mississippi River. Congress also was able to develop ...

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