“We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union…” And so begins the document
that has guided our country throughout its complicated history.
In honor of the anniversary of our constitution, DeVry University wishes you Happy Constitution Day. We
urge you to explore this and other historical documents. Read the constitution and learn more about how
our government works at http://www.whitehouse.gov/our-government/the-constitution
In Honor of our United States Constitution
September 17, 1787 ~ Guiding our Freedom for 226 Years!
Some important dates in the history of the United States
1775 Revolutionary War begins (the 13 Colonies revolt against the British)
1776 Declaration of Independence written and approved by the Continental Congress
1781 Revolutionary War ends
The Continental Congress agrees on the Articles of Confederation
1787 US Constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, PA [May 25 - September 17]
1788 US Constitution ratified and becomes the supreme law of the USA
1789 George Washington elected first President of the USA
1791 The Bill of Rights (first 10 amendments) added to the Constitution
1800 US capital moves to Washington, District of Columbia
1861 Abraham Lincoln elected President
Civil War begins (Fort Sumter)
1865 Civil War ends (Lee surrenders to Grant)
Amendment 13 - Slavery abolished
Abraham Lincoln assassinated
1920 Amendment 19 - Women's suffrage (women gain the right to vote)
1971 Amendment 26 - Voting age lowered to 18
2013 DeVry University celebrates Constitution Day on September 17th