Question

Who were the first and last states to ratify the Articles of confederation

Answer 1

Answer:

Virginia was the first state to ratify the articles of confederation.

Answer 2

Virginia was the first state to ratify on December 16, 1777, while other states ratified in 1778. When congress reconvened in June of 1778, the delegates learned that Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey refused to ratify the Articles. The Articles required unanimous approval from the states.