The Year in Revolution: 1781 Unity video explains how the need for national unity among the thirteen states was greater than ever by 1781, when all thirteen former colonies finally ratified the Articles of Confederation, the United States’ first written constitution. Congress’ goals and the passionate autonomy of states ultimately result in the government’s striking strengths and weaknesses, which shape both the course of the war and America’s emerging republic.
The Year in Revolution Series was produced with classroom use in mind. Beginning with 1775 and ending with 1783, students and lifelong learners alike will learn about each year of the Revolution through a comprehensive overview video and five “who, what, where, when, and how” videos. The animated series draws heavily from the American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati’s library and museum collections.
Funding for Year in Revolution: 1783 Overview was made possible by a grant from the George S. Rich Family Foundation. The creative team for this series was assembled by the American Revolution Institute and the talented educational production leads at Makematic Limited/ClickView.