Alexander Hamilton served as Washington's aide during the Revolutionary War, the first Secretary of Treasury under Washington's administration, and is considered to be the founder of our nation's economic system.
Washington and Hamilton
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ron Chernow shares his insights on the important relationship between Washington and Hamilton.
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Alexander Hamilton
From the Revolutionary War through the Presidency, Alexander Hamilton served as a key advisor to George Washington.
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Washington's Military Family
Alexander Hamilton was George Washington’s “right hand man,” but what did Hamilton actually do during the Revolutionary War?
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Hamilton's Victory at Yorktown
Under General Washington's command, Alexander Hamilton leads a daring raid against Redoubt No. 10 at the Battle for Yorktown. The victory at Yorktown ultimately turns the tide of the war in favor for America.
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The Federalist Papers
Along with Jefferson and Jay, Hamilton is a primary author of our nation's first economic policy.
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Hamilton the Musical
While Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical Hamilton is all about Alexander Hamilton there are still numerous connections to George Washington.
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Jefferson and Hamilton, Political Rivals
Department of the Treasury
The Department of Treasury was officially formed by the Treasury Bill (HR-9), in July of 1789 and signed into law by President Washington on September 2, 1789. Less than two weeks later, the Senate confirmed Hamilton as the first secretary of the Treasury, the largest department within the government.
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Hamilton & Executive Power
In collaboration with Washington, Alexander Hamilton was fundamental in shaping the powers of the president.
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Establishing West Point
Both Secretary of War Henry Knox and Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton made the first official recommendation for a military academy to provide formal military training in the newly formed United States.
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Pacificus/Helvidius Letters
The Pacificus/Helvidius Letters were a series of newspaper articles in response to President Washington’s “Neutrality Proclamation.” Hamilton wrote under the pseudonym Pacificus and Madison replied as Helvidius.
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Whiskey Rebellion
To raise funds for the new government and pay off state debts, Hamilton proposed a tax on American distilled spirits.
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Jay Treaty
After the Revolutionary War Washington worked with Alexander Hamilton to develop the Jay Treaty to normalize trade relations with Britain, resolve financial issues, and settle western land claims providing a path for economic trade and relations in newly formed nation.
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Educational Resources and the Hamilton Original Cast Recording
Explore a variety of primary and secondary sources on Washington, the Revolutionary War, the Constitution, and the 18th century. Use them to accompany the Hamilton Original Cast Recording in your classroom.
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Hamilton, An Interview
Sabrina Sloan (Angelica Schuyler) and Nicholas Christopher (Aaron Burr), cast members of Hamilton musical U.S. tour, explore their roles in bringing history to life.
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The Farewell Address
Alexander Hamilton played in significant role in the drafting of Washington's famed Farewell Address.
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"History Has Its Eyes on You"
View a special exhibition of objects and documents exploring George Washington and Alexander Hamilton's vital partnership—and friendship—that shaped the future of the nation.
The First President
Washington's Presidential Cabinet
While the current presidential cabinet includes 16 members, George Washington’s cabinet included just 4 original members: Jefferson, Hamilton, Knox, and Randolph.