Constitutional Convention Key Figures

These flashcards cover key figures from the Constitutional Convention, highlighting their roles and contributions.

James Madison

Known as the ‘Father of the Constitution,’ he authored the basic plan of government adopted by the Convention and co-wrote the Federalist Papers.

George Washington

President of the Constitutional Convention, he presided over the Convention and later became the first U.S. President.

Benjamin Franklin

The oldest delegate at the Convention, he was a respected printer, inventor, and diplomat who encouraged cooperation and supported important compromises.

Alexander Hamilton

A New York delegate and future Secretary of the Treasury, he strongly supported a central government and co-wrote the Federalist Papers.

John Jay

Co-author of the Federalist Papers who played a key role in ratification, despite not attending the Convention.

Patrick Henry

A famous opponent of the Convention, he refused to attend because he opposed a strong national government.

George Mason

A Virginia delegate who famously refused to sign the Constitution because it lacked a Bill of Rights to protect individual freedoms.