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The Making of the American Constitution - Judy Walton

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How did a meeting intended to revise the Articles of Confederation lead to the new Constitution for the United States? Discover how a handful of men--sitting in sweltering heat and shrouded by secrecy--changed the course of history for America in 1787.

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Meet The Creators

Educator
Judy Walton
Animator
Kelsey Stark
Artist
Liesje Kraai
Producer
Richard O'Connor
Narrator
Judy Walton

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