The difference of opinion, on the subject of the bank, has been a principal cause of the schism which has lately taken place in the executive departments.
— Alexander Hamilton Early Modern

Founding Father, Treasury

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Letter to George Washington

Date / Period

1792

Category

Controversial

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https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Hamilton/01-11-02-0078

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