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What document served as the United States' first constitution before the current Constitution took effect?

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Articles of Confederation

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The Articles of Confederation served as the United States' first constitution. It was in force from March 1, 1781, until the current Constitution took effect in 1789.

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The Articles created a loose union of states, which made national coordination difficult and helped drive the push for a new Constitution.

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