What famous American patriot refused to attend the Constitutional Convention?
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were unable to attend the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, while Patrick Henry simply refused to attend.
Source: A More Perfect Union : The Creation of the United States Constitution. Washington, DC: Published for the National Archives and Records Administration by the National Archives Trust Fund Board
- Learn more about the Constitutional Convention
More on Constitutional History
Although George Washington served as President of the Constitutional Convention, James Madison is considered the father of the US Constitution because of his many contributions and efforts to ratify the document.
- Investigate the lives of George Washington, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson
- Learn more about James Madison and his role in drafting the Constitution
The Constitution currently resides in the National Archives and Records Administration on Constitution Ave NW in Washington, DC. Admission to see the Constitution is free, but reservations are required.
- Visit the National Archives
During World War II, the Constitution was moved to Fort Knox for protection.
Source: A More Perfect Union : The Creation of the United States Constitution. Washington, DC : Published for the National Archives and Records Administration by the National Archives Trust Fund Board
- Learn more about the history of the U.S. Constitution
