The major downfall of the Articles of Confederation<span>was simply </span>weakness<span>. The federal government, under the </span>Articles<span>, was too weak to enforce their laws and therefore had no power. The Continental Congress had borrowed money to fight the Revolutionary War and could not repay their debts.</span>
Joan of Arc led the French to several military victories during the Hundred Year's War.
Stronger rails allowed heavier goods to be shipped from one point to another. Larger trains allowed more load to be moved thus allowing an increase in what "people could be moved" If you have any other questions feel free to ask!
They worked as indentured servants for a couple of years in exchange for passage, a room and some freedom rights.
