They Came, They Saw, They Constitutioned: How Many States Crashed the Philly Party?
Ah, the Grand Convention of 1787 in Philadelphia. A gathering of the finest minds (and hopefully good wigs) to hash out a little something called the U.S. Constitution. But before we get lost in the glorious legalese and Founding Father fashion sense, let's talk attendance. How many states actually showed up for this history-making shindig?
Spoiler alert: It wasn't exactly a sold-out show.
The RSVP List: Thirteen Colonies, One Big Maybe
The United States at that point boasted a cool thirteen colonies. You might think they'd all be chomping at the bit to sort out this whole governing themselves thing. Surprise! One state, Rhode Island, decided to play party pooper and skip the convention altogether. Maybe they were busy counting their tea money? Who knows!
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So, How Many States Actually Showed Up?
Twelve valiant states answered the call. That's right, a dozen Founding Fathers (and a few Mothers, if we're being inclusive) put on their best breeches and headed to Philadelphia to hash out a government. Let's give a round of applause to:
- Delaware
- Pennsylvania (the gracious host)
- New Jersey
- Georgia
- South Carolina
- Virginia
- Maryland
- North Carolina
- New York
- Massachusetts
- Connecticut
- New Hampshire
Hold on a Sec, Weren't There 55 Delegates?
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Ah, you're sharp! Yes, there were 55 delegates at the convention, but some states sent a whole posse, while others were like, "Sure, we'll send a guy. Bob can spare the time." Representation wasn't exactly equal, but hey, they made it work.
Fun Fact: Even though Rhode Island sat this one out, they eventually came around and ratified the Constitution in 1790. Better late than never, right?
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FAQ: Your Burning Questions About the Grand Convention Attendance Answered!
How do I convince my friends to come to a political convention?
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Free beer and powdered wigs? That might do the trick.
How many delegates does each state get?
In the Grand Convention, it was a free-for-all. These days, it's a bit more complicated, but let's just say it involves math and population.
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How can I learn more about the Grand Convention?
Hit the history books! Or, you know, browse the internet. There's probably a catchy rap video about it on YouTube somewhere.
Can I visit Independence Hall and pretend to be a Founding Father?
Maybe not pretend, but you can certainly visit and soak up the historic vibes. Just don't trip over your own breeches.
Is there a dress code for attending a constitutional convention?
The Founding Fathers rocked some serious colonial fashion, but these days, a suit and tie will do just fine.
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