Portrait of Alexander Hamilton

(1757-1804)

Alexander Hamilton was a founding father, first Secretary of the Treasury, advocate of strong national government, and a member of the Continental Congress and Constitutional Convention. He co-authored the Federalist Papers, proposed Bank of the U. S., and helped create the Federalist Party.

He died in 1804 a duel with rival Aaron Burr.

Alexander Hamilton

More about Alexander Hamilton:

• Overcoming Adversity: The Childhood of Alexander Hamilton
• Alexander Hamilton's Obituary