Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Hamilton's Financial Plan
George Washington tasked Alexander Hamilton as the man to clean up the economic mess of the new republic. Read about his ideas, what they were unpopular at the time, but were really very forward thinking.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Jefferson vs. Hamilton (1789 1800)
Slideshows, lessons, primary sources, and videos present the United States during the final decade of the 18th century in the United States.
Vocabulary.com
Vocabulary From "Hamilton" Lyrics, Act 1
This site contains a list of 50 words from Act I lyrics from the Broadway production of Hamilton, a Grammy Award-winning and the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical. Teachers can digitally assign this list to their students to reinforce the...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Hamilton vs. Jefferson
The conflict that took shape in the 1790s between the Federalists and the Antifederalists exercised a profound impact on American history. The Federalists, led by Alexander Hamilton, who had married into the wealthy Schuyler family,...
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National Park Service: Hamilton Grange
The home of Alexander Hamilton is in its final resting place after having been moved three times. Hamilton Grange is now owned by the National Park Service and is restored to the glory of the time of Hamilton. Photos of the house as well...
This Nation
This Nation: The Judiciary Continued in Relation to Trial by Jury
Federalist No. 83, written by Alexander Hamilton, discusses the jurisdiction of the federal courts, in particular to civil cases and juries.
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Aaron Burr Jr. (1756 1836)
This university-related site presents a detailed biography of Aaron Burr. Provides insights into the conflict between him and Alexander Hamilton, whom Burr eventually killed in a duel.
Digital History
Digital History: An Affair of Honor
A sitting vice-president indicted for murder? Read the story of the duel between Alexander Hamilton and Vice-President Aaron Burr. Additionally, find a quick overview of some of the issues that needed to be dealt with in Jefferson's...
University of Chicago
The Founders' Constitution: Deficiencies of the Confederation
The original text of a letter from Alexander Hamilton to Governor George Clinton of New York in 1778 complaining of inadequate material for the U.S. armed forces and perception of weakness by foreign powers.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: A Biography of America: A New System of Government 1776 1826
This module examines America's efforts to form a new government after the War for Independence and to draft the Constitution. Includes an interactive activity comparing Thomas Jefferson's and Alexander Hamilton's visions for America, a...
US National Archives
National Archives and Records Administration: Founders Online
This site provides the texts of nearly 200,000 historical documents related to six Founding Fathers, including the papers of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison. The...
OpenStax
Open Stax: Competing Visions: Federalists and Democratic Republicans
After reading this section of a chapter on "The New Republic," students will be able to describe the competing visions of the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans, identify the protections granted to citizens under the Bill of...
Teaching American History
Teaching American History: From Bullets to Ballots Chapter 5
Alexander Hamilton's influences in politics among citizens seemed to create frustration with those who agreed with the philosophies of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. The Republicans begin organizing themselves.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Federalist No. 78
This resource from Khan Academy includes the full text of Alexander Hamilton's Federalist No. 78, one of the Federalist Papers. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics...
PBS
Pbs American Experience: Elizabeth Hamilton (1757 1854)
Good-natured and somewhat serious, Elizabeth would spend years working to secure her husband's place in American history.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander Hamilton Stephens
Alexander Hamilton Stephens (February 11, 1812 - March 4, 1883) was an American politician from Georgia. He was Vice President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War.
Social Studies Help Center
Social Studies Help Center: Policy Effectiveness of Washington and Hamilton
Discover the effectiveness of Presidents Washington and Hamilton's domestic policies.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander Hamilton
(1757-1804) Alexander Hamilton became captain of artillery at the beginning of the Revolution and was appointed a member of Washington's staff. Hamilton also published "The Federalist."
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton, mover of the first tariff.-E. Benjamin Andrews, 1895
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Alexander Hamilton
A portrait of Alexander Hamilton. One of our founding fathers, a politician, and an economist. Born in 1757 and died 1804.