Alexander Hamilton was a West Indian federalist who lived in the eighteenth century. He was known largely for his advancements in the American economy and his humble orphan beginning. Hamilton even opposed slavery, though he understood the need for slaves for work. As will be stated why, Alexander Hamilton was important to American history for many reasons including, but not limited to, the fiscal policies and a long held feud with Thomas Jefferson. Role in early republic - National Bank, becoming George Washington's Secretary of the Treasury, and helping to create the United States Mint. At the Constitutional Convention, Alexander Hamilton appeared. He joined in to change his lack of power in the government that the weak Articles of Confederation …show more content…
They had many opposing views that created two political parties; one called the Hamiltonians, the other the Jeffersonians. The Hamiltonians favored the British and wanted a strong central government. They were in favor of a loose interpretation of the Constitution meaning verdicts could be made depending on the situation the ____ were in. Furthermore, the Hamiltonians favored industry and the commercialization it included. On the other hand, Jeffersonian favored those who worked in the agriculture field and the agrarian economy. Jeffersonians favored the French and wanted a weaker central government but more power to the state governments. Lastly, Jeffersonians preferred strict interpretations of the Constitution. As a consequence of these differing ideals, Jefferson and Hamilton essentially hated each other. Surprisingly enough, Hamilton helped Jefferson to become president. Because Hamilton was from the West Indies, he couldn’t become the president. At the same time, Aaron Burr, a man Hamilton hated more than he hated Jefferson, was tied in votes with Jefferson. To eliminate Burr from the tie, Alexander Hamilton convinced the House of Representatives to vote for Thomas Jefferson and end the