Alexander Hamilton, from No. 8, Quotes

A collection of quotes by Alexander Hamilton, from No. 8, .

Alexander Hamilton (1755/57-1804) was a Founding Father of the United States and a prominent figure in the early American government. Born in the West Indies, he immigrated to the American colonies in 1772 and quickly became involved in the Revolutionary War. Hamilton played a crucial role in the creation of the Constitution and was the principal author of the Federalist Papers. As the first Secretary of the Treasury under President George Washington, he established the nation's financial system. Hamilton's economic policies and advocacy for a strong central government shaped the early foundations of the United States.

Safety from external danger is the most powerful director of

Safety from external danger is the most powerful director of national conduct. Even the ardent love of liberty will after a time, give way to its dictates. The violent destruction of life and property incident to war, the continual effort and alarm attendant on a state of continual danger, will compel nations the most attached to liberty to resort for repose and security to institutions which have a tendency to destroy their civil and political rights. To be more safe, they at length become willing to run the risk of being less free.

Alexander Hamilton, from No. 8,

Liberty