In the late 1700's, which group would have continued to support a weak central government as established by the articles of confederation

anti-federalist

Explanation:

Anti-federalists had a strong belief that if United States lets its central government becomes too powerful, it will eventually turn into a tyrannical government like most kingdoms in Europe. The founding fathers shared this belief, which is why they designed the original draft of the constitution with a weak central government.

Anti-federalists want each individual states to have strong autonomy over its politics, legislations,  and economy without having to be limited by regulations made by the central government,.

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