"A nation which can prefer disgrace to danger is prepared for a master, and deserves one."
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About Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton (1755-1804) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, a statesman, politician, legal scholar, military commander, economist, and the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury. Born in the West Indies, he played a crucial role in shaping the early American government, promoting a strong central government and financial system. Hamilton was a key figure in the development of the Constitution, contributing to 'The Federalist Papers' and establishing the nation's financial infrastructure.
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