what caused the historical inciden referredt o as "shay's rebellion"?why was it a sign of the times?
High taxes, bankrupt farmers, and threat of debtors' prison were causes of Shay's Rebellion. It showed the necessity of a Constitution that provided fair and equal justice to everyone. Check this site for more information.
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