Alexander Hamilton becomes the father of Treasury (may 10, 1789 – aug 1, 1795)
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As the first Secretary of the Treasury, Hamilton was the main author of the economic policies of George Washington's administration. He took the lead in the Federal government's funding of the states' debts, as well as establishing a national bank, a system of tariffs, and friendly trade relations with Britain.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 10, 1789
aug 1, 1795
~ 6 years and 2 months