Some of them had their property destroyed in the fighting, some others had contracts with the Continental Congress. The contracts were in order to provide food and other goods to the Continental Army. ... Shays was an ex-captain in the Continental Army, where he was a highly respected. uring As a recognition for Shay's bravery and service, Marquis de Lafayette presented him with a sword, which was a big honor. ... So calling out the state militia was not as effective as they wanted it to be. ... They began to give money privately in order to outfit a private militia. ...

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Hancock appointed a five-man committee to draft rules for the administration of the army. ... Hancock dealt with money problems by asking congress to consider practical matters, such as raising money, forming troops for the Continental Army and establishing basic governmental intuitions. ... Hancock's desk became the main command post for the entire continental army. ... Hancock continued to undermine Sam Adam's influences at the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. ... Hancock gave Cushing powers, such as appointing him to the powerful post of continental naval agents in...

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This left America's new army without pay for their services, causing discontent among soldiers. Also a frail army left America weak against other countries with stronger militias. In attempting to limit the power of the central government, the Second Continental Congress created one without sufficient power to govern effectively, which led to serious national and international problems. ...

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