The Articles of Confederation were an attempt by the newly freed thirteen colonies to form a government uniting them as one nation. Why did the Articles of Confederation fail?
The Articles of Confederation failed because it did not give enough power to the state governments.
The Articles of Confederation failed because it did not recognize the smaller states such as Rhode Island.
The Articles of Confederation failed because it did not give enough power to a central government.
The Articles of Confederation failed because it did not have a Bill of Rights