How many delegates signed the Constitution?

The Constitution of the United States was signed by 39 delegates at the Constitutional Convention in 1787. This number reflects those who agreed to the final document after extensive debates and compromises were made to address the concerns of various states and factions present. Among the delegates, some chose not to sign the Constitution for various reasons, including dissatisfaction with the compromises reached or absence from the convention during the final signing. The signing took place on September 17, 1787, and the act of signing was significant as it indicated the delegates' commitment to the document and the governance framework it established.

Understanding the context of the Constitutional Convention helps clarify why only 39 delegates signed; there were initially 55 delegates who participated in the convention, but not all were in agreement or present for the final signing. This highlights the careful negotiation process involved in drafting the Constitution, which ultimately sought to balance the interests of different states and political factions.