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How Hamilton Laid the Foundation for the Fed


Abstract: Learn how Alexander Hamilton laid the foundation for central banking after the Revolutionary War, and how today's Fed compares to the First Bank of the United States (1791-1811).

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Publication Date: 2020-07-15