One important effect of Shay's Rebellion was that it highlighted the weaknesses and flaws of the Articles of Confederation, the governing document of the United States at the time. The rebellion, which occurred in 1786 and 1787 in Massachusetts, was led by farmers and Revolutionary War veterans who were protesting against high taxes and debt. The inability of the central government under the Articles to effectively suppress the rebellion showcased the limitations of the federal government in maintaining law and order. This event ultimately contributed to the push for a stronger central government, leading to the Constitutional Convention in 1787 and the subsequent drafting of the United States Constitution.
