USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Shays’s Rebellion, (August 1786–February 1787), uprising in western Massachusetts in opposition to high taxes and stringent economic conditions. Armed bands forced the closing of several courts to prevent execution of foreclosures and debt processes.

Detailed explanation-2: -A group of protestors, led by Revolutionary War veteran Daniel Shays, began a 6 month rebellion by taking over the Court of Common Pleas in Northampton; the goal was to prevent the trial and imprisonment of debt-ridden citizens.

Detailed explanation-3: -Shays’ Rebellion Escalates The Massachusetts legislature offered leniency and flexibility to those with tax burdens. Amnesty was also offered to the rebels if they disavowed the efforts to close the courts. The farmers were expected to take oaths of allegiance to the state government.

Detailed explanation-4: -Daniel Shays fled to Vermont, but 200 rebels were captured and tried for treason. On January 25, 1787, 2, 000 farmers led by Daniel Shays assaulted the arsenal. Much to the farmers’ surprise, the defenders did not yield but fired directly into their ranks, killing four men and wounding 20.