HARTFORD, CONVENTION AT.
\hˈɑːtfəd], \hˈɑːtfəd], \h_ˈɑː_t_f_ə_d]\
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In November, 1780, a convention of delegates from all the Northern States was held at Hartford, which sought methods of furnishing men and supplies for continuing the War of Independence. They passed resolutions in favor of a better financial system and a stronger Federal government.
By John Franklin Jameson
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