ALEXANDER HAMILTON

• Born January 1757on the island of Nevis in the British West Indies
• Died July 12, 1804
• Patriot
• Moved several times

Hamilton got his first job at eleven. He began writing. Hamilton fought in the American Revolution and conducted battes. He later became the first first treasurer of the United States. He left and became a lawyer.

Hamilton's writings contributed greatly to the Constitution. Hamilton also wanted to establish the national bank.

Hamilton was a very ambitious person who had to overcome many trials. He teaches a lesson of never giving up.

Hamilton lived by his own code. He lived the way he felt he should live, and he let his opinions be known.

INTERESTING FACTS

• Hamilton was the product of an affair
• Hamilton's father was gone from a young age
• Hamilton was killed by injuries from a draw with Aaron Burr

I believe it should be questioned of how such strong ambition could come from such a troubled life.
Just how intelligent was Hamilton?

RESOURCES

• http://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/alexander-hamilton
• http://www.biography.com/people/alexander-hamilton-9326481
• http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/constitution_founding_fathers_new...