Delaware: The First to Embrace the Union

At the time, the American colonies had just won independence from Great Britain after the Revolutionary War. The newly formed country was trying to solidify its government, and the Constitution was the solution. However, this wasn’t a simple task—each state had to agree to ratify it before it could be enacted.

Delaware, a small state with a population of about 60,000, didn’t have the same regional rivalries or large, contentious debates as some of the bigger colonies. Its leaders saw the Constitution as a way to secure their own autonomy within a larger framework that would protect their interests. Delaware’s representatives wasted no time—after just four days of deliberation, they became the first to say yes to the Constitution.

This decision wasn't just a formality. Delaware’s quick action set the tone for the other colonies, showing that small states had a powerful voice in the union. By leading the way, Delaware carved its place in history, forever known as the first state to embrace the vision of the United States of America.