The revolt started by farmers in three western Massachusetts counties was known as Shays' Rebellion, which took place from 1786 to 1787. The uprising was primarily driven by economic distress, high taxes, and aggressive debt collection practices that affected rural farmers. Led by Daniel Shays, the rebellion highlighted the struggles of the agrarian population and raised concerns about the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, ultimately contributing to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.
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