what year is the articles of confederation
July 12, 1776 - The first draft of the Articles of Confederation was presented to the Continental Congress. November 15, 1777 - The Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation. November 17, 1777 - The Articles of Confederation were submitted to the states with a request for immediate action. June 25, 1778 - A committee of three was appointed to prepare the form of a ratification of the Articles of Confederation.