The Legacy of Alexander Hamilton (Part 2)
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Alexander Hamilton was the greatest and most indispensable of the American founding fathers. On this episode we see how he made such lasting contributions to the US system of government. Points of discussion: The Newburgh Conspiracy The Constitutional Convention The Federalist Papers Hamilton's time as Secretary of the Treasury The Reynolds Affair The Quasi-War The Adams Pamphlet His duel with Aaron Burr + more --- Sponsors: Just Ingredients - Use code TAKEOVER for 15% off Henson Shaving - Use code TAKEOVER for 100 free blades Speechify - Get an edge by processing information faster. Use this link for 15% off Speechify. Premium Tier - Subscribe for all my guide episodes, endnotes, and mini-episodes Podramp.io - Work with us to make podcasts - You can send me an email at [email protected] --- Sources: Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow The Life of Alexander Hamilton by John C Hamilton --- Writing, research, and production by Ben Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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