Rebellion of Daniel Shays in Massachusetts. Charleston, NC Golf Club is founded. 1787 - Constitution of United States is signed. American Federal government is established. Pennsylvania becomes a state.
Turkey declares war on Russia.
John Fitch launches a steamboat on the Delaware River. The dollar is introduced in America. In England the Marylebone Cricket Club is formed and moves to Lord's. 1788 - Bread riots in France. Lord Byron is born.