The purpose of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, which took place from May to September 1787, was to revise the Articles of Confederation, the governing document of the United States at the time. However, instead of just amending the Articles, the delegates at the convention decided to draft an entirely new constitution that would create a stronger and more effective federal government. The aim was to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and establish a more unified and efficient system of government. The delegates sought to strike a balance between federal authority and individual state sovereignty, and to ensure the protection of individual rights and liberties. Ultimately, the Constitution that emerged from the convention laid the foundation for the structure and operation of the modern United States government.
