Alexander Hamilton
At a glance:
- Series: World Philosophers and Their Works
- Categories: Government and Politics, Military History
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Authors, Writers, American Revolution, Revolutionary War, Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers
- Curriculum: American Colonial History (1607-1775), American Revolutionary History (1776-1788), American Early National History (1789-1815)
Article abstract: Hamilton, with James Madison and John Jay, made significant contributions to the United States’ public life before 1820. Together they wrote The Federalist to market the 1787 Constitution during the bitter ratification struggle.
Early Life
Alexander Hamilton was born an illegitimate child on the island of Nevis in the British West Indies and migrated to the American colonies in 1772. He worked hard to attain the social status John Jay and James Madison enjoyed from birth. Perhaps because of his background, Hamilton was a risk taker...
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