The French Revolution of 1789 not only propelled all of Europe into a war, but also touched off slave uprisings in the Caribbean. On Saint Domingue, the free people of color began the chain of ...

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After Congress approved the Constitution in July 1788, states had until January 7, 1789, to choose electors who would vote one month later. Washington was the favorite, despite his reservations.