On this day in history, Dec. 15, 1791, Bill of Rights ratified, codifying unique freedoms in new nation
A compromise following Constitution’s ratification, first 10 amendments proved win for American people The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, collectively known as the Bill of Rights, were ratified following vigorous national debate on this day in history, Dec. 15, 1791. Their passage came three-and-a-half years after the Constitution was enacted to become the framework …