Witness History: Witness Archive 2017 - Alexander Hamilton

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A Broadway musical has led to renewed interest in the story behind the 18th century American politician. He fought alongside George Washington for independence from British rule, and was key to the formation of the American financial system.

Photo: Alexander Hamilton on the US ten Dollar bill. Credit: KAREN BLEIER/AFP/Getty Images.

Published on Thursday, 18th May 2017.

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