Alexander Hamilton and the Roots of Federalism

Author: Julie Bedard

School: Eagle Ridge Middle

Grade Level: 4th

Time Estimated: 1.5 days (90 minute periods)

Overview

The students will explore Alexander Hamilton's views on the future of America's economy as a basis for the breakdown between the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans. As the Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton laid the groundwork for the Federalists' support of large companies.

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