Constitutional FAQ Answer #103
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Q103. “I have heard that the U.S. Constitution is
based on a document called the ‘Iroquois Confederation’. Is this true, and if
so what parts of the Constitution came from this document?”
A. The U.S. Constitution is not based on that of the Iroquois Confederation
— but some of the delegates to the Convention knew of the Confederation
(notably Benjamin Franklin) and the two documents share many concepts, as do
many constitutions. The Five Nations was a federal-style system, and it shared
that with the U.S. You can find it online, though it is slightly difficult
reading — the Indians spoke often in concept and metaphor.
I found a copy here: The
Tuscarora and Six Nations Website.
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Last Modified: 10 Aug 2010