The United States Constitution was drafted in 1787 and ratified in 1788.

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It is the oldest and shortest written Constitution of any major government in the world.

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It has only 4,400 words.

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It was prepared in secret, behind locked doors that were guarded by sentries.

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It is divided into three major parts, the Preamble, seven articles, and amendments.

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The original Constitution is on display at the National Archives in Washington, D.C.

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James Madison is known as the Father of the US Constitution.

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It begins with a preamble that establishes the goals and purposes of the government.

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It is a system of checks and balances by dividing the government into three separate branches.

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Constitution Day is celebrated on September 17, the anniversary of the day the framers signed the document.

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Know more about The USA

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