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Hartford Convention convenes in Hartford, Connecticut

Delegates from New England state legislatures met in Hartford to articulate grievances about the War of 1812 and to consider proposed constitutional amendments to protect regional interests.

Hartford Convention convenes in Hartford, Connecticut

The convention highlighted intense regional opposition to Madison's war policy, contributed to the collapse of the Federalist Party nationally, and shaped political debate as news of peace arrived.

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