Alexander Hamilton: First Secretary of the Treasury - Fast Facts | History

Alexander Hamilton's support of Thomas Jefferson over Aaron Burr in the 1800 U.S. presidental election eventually led to his own demise. Find out more about the first Secretary of the Treasury in this video.

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