Using the meanings of hamilton s reports, answer the questions on page 3 about. It was presented to congress on december 5, 1791 it laid forth economic principles rooted in both the mercantilist system of elizabeth is england. Through high tariffs designed to protect american industry from foreign competition, government bounties and subsidies, and internal improvements and transportation, hamilton hoped to break britains. The first cabinet positionstreasury, war, state, attorney general judiciary act, 1789 tariff of 1789 philadelphia as the nations capital, 1790 first bank of united states, 17911811 report on public credit, report on manufactures. He died of injuries received in a duel with aaron burr. When george washington became president in 1789, he appointed alexander hamilton as his secretary of the treasury. On december 5th, 1791, alexander hamilton, then the first u. Alexander hamiltons first report on the public credit, delivered to congress on january 9, 1790, called for payment in full on all government debts as the foundation for establishing government credit. The secretary of the treasury in obedience to the order of ye house of representatives, of the 15 th day of january 1790, has applied his attention, at as early a period as his other duties would permit, to the subject of. Program on the development of the american economy, international trade and investment program alexander hamiltons report on manufactures 1791 is a classic document in the history of u. Treasury alexander hamilton, report on the subject of manufactures, submitted by the treasury department to the congress december 5, 1791.
It is important that students practice reading the diction and style of american foundational texts and authors because they are included on the simulated research portion of the parcc exam. Throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, capital from abroad funded the. After his debt program was approved, hamiltons next objective was to create a bank of the united states, modeled after the bank of england, to issue currency, collect taxes, hold government securities, regulate the nations. Hamiltons report on the subject of manufactures, 1791. Tech policy and the midterm elections american enterprise.
There is an even stronger tradition of industrial policy outside of the united states. In his famous report on the subject of manufactures, alexander hamilton argued that foreign capital was not something to be feared or viewed as a rival to domestic investment, but was instead a precious acquisition in fostering our economic growth. The current structure was rebuilt from the ruins of the house where alexander hamilton was born and lived as. Democraticrepublicans whiskey rebellion edmond genet jays treaty 1795 pinckneys treaty 1795 section 3 sources. Report on the subject of manufactures teaching american history. Read the following primary source, paying special attention to the underlined sections. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks. Cabinet characterized by bickering between hamilton and jefferson. Two hundred and twenty years ago today, alexander hamilton presented his report on manufactures to the u. Alexander hamiltons final version of the report on the subject of.
James madison criticized hamiltons plans in anonymously published newspaper essays. Oct 15, 2018 the intellectual origins of tech policy include friedrich lists argument for national support of infant industries 2 and alexander hamiltons report on the subject of manufactures in. To ensure taxpayer dollars are frugally and wisely spent. Alexander hamiltons report on manufactures digital history id 265. The report on the subject of manufactures, generally referred to by its shortened title report on manufactures, is the third major report, and magnum opus, of american founding father and first u. The embarrassments which have obstructed the progress of our external trade, have led to serious reflections on the necessity of enlarging the. Mar 15, 2018 in his famous report on the subject of manufactures. A national manufactory cohen gsl33 garden state legacy. The same thing would, in all probability, happen here, under the like circumstances.
The report on manufactures was one of the most penetrating statements of the protectionist philosophy ever made. The report on manufacturers was written by the secretary of the treasury. Alexander hamilton january 11, 1755 or 1757 july 12, 1804 was the first united states secretary of the treasury, a founding father, economist, and political philosopher. Alexander hamiltons report on the subject of manufactures. Alexander hamilton report on the subject of manufactures. Read the paragraph again and circle 5 key words or phrases that you think are most. Hamiltons report on the subject of manufactures, 1791 introduction. Communicated to the house of representatives, december 5, 1791. Hamilton advocated for promoting manufacturing, encouraging immigration, and enacting modest tariffs to protect americas fledgling industries. As to the additional employment of classes of the community, not ordinarily engaged in the particular business. Alexander hamilton, report on the subject of manufactures. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Letter from alexander hamilton to george washington, april 1794.
Us treasury secretary 17891795 reports to congress first report on the public credit 1790. Alexander hamilton s report on the subject of manufactures. The drafting and content of hamilton s report has been discussed extensively elsewhere, but a brief synopsis here can set the stage for its specific policy proposals. Issue 33 september 2016 the hamilton house, charlestown, nevis. Secretary of treasury alexander hamilton reference points.
Jefferson alexander hamilton letter to george washington, 1792 original philadelphia, september 9, 1792. The secretary of the treasury in obedience to the order of ye house of representatives, of the 15 th day of january 1790, has applied his attention, at. The revolutionary writings of alexander hamilton edited and with an. The expediency of encouraging manufactures in the united states, which was not long since deemed very questionable, appears at this time to be pretty. This, argued hamilton, was required to create a favorable climate for investment in government securities, and to transform the public debt into a source of capital. James kent noted in his copy of the report on manufactures. The first of the series sets up the context and chronology, and gives a 2,000word outline of the 40,000word first report on public credit. Alexander hamiltons report on manufactures 1791, american philosophical society library one of hamiltons reports to ongress, which contains his plans for the treasury department to promote manufacturing. Alexander hamilton and henry cabot lodge, the works of. The secretary of the treasury in obedience to the order of ye house of representatives, of the 15th day of january 1790,125 has applied his attention, at as early a period as his other duties would permit, to the subject of manufactures.
In 1791 alexander hamilton, the first secretary of the treasury, approached congress with a report the report on the subject of manufactures that outlined a strategy to develop the us manufacturing sector. Reports of the secretary of the treasury of the united states. A collection of essays by alexander hamilton, james madison, john jay originally published between 1787 and 1788. Report on the public credit alexander hamilton 1 overview in january 1790, the secretary of the treasury, alexander hamilton, provided congress with an argument for the assumption of debt by the federal government with no discrimination between different classes of creditors. Report relative to a provision for the support of public credit submitted to congress on january 9, 1790 in this massive and detailed report which would determine the permanent financial foundation of the united states, hamilton began by humbly stating the overwhelming nature of the task he had tackled and the underlying principle of his plan. The secretary of the treasury in obedience to the order of ye house of representatives, of the 15 th day of january 1790, has applied his attention, at as early a period as his. Printed by order of the senate of the united states by united states. Alexander hamilton letter to george washington, 1792 original. Report on manufactures submitted to congress december 5, 1791. Turn to the next 2 pages and match the meanings on page 2 with the underline sections in the grid on page 1.
He was the son of schuyler hamilton 18221903 and cornelia ray 18291867. The report on manufactures, december 1791 hamilton 62. Report on public credit, 1790 in countries in which the national debt is properly funded, and an object of established confidence, it answers most of the purposes of money. The 7,500 square foot space will have an open floor plan and flexible design features that will accommodate programs, classes.
The aftermath of hamiltons report on manufactures pdf. Hamiltons report on manufactures by nora hamerman this special issue commemorates an american b,centennial of great portent, as the age of the versailles treaty draws to a close. Excerpted, and images added, by the national humanities. In obedience to the order of the house of representatives of the ninth day of august last, requiring the secretary of the treasury to prepare and report on this day such further provision as may, in his opinion, be necessary for establishing the public credit. By alexander hamiton december, 1790 to the speaker of the house of representatives. Alexander hamilton report on the subject of manufactures december 5, 1791 the expediency of encouraging manufactures in the united states. The aftermath of hamiltons report on manufactures douglas a. He led calls for the philadelphia convention, was one of americas first constitutional lawyers, and librarian note. Hamilton, alexander as the principal author of the federalist papers, alexander hamilton 17551804, was the primary advocate among the founding fathers of strong national government. Hamilton believed natl debt was a blessing that would cement the union. Using the meanings of hamiltons reports, answer the questions on page 3 about. Report on the subject of manufactures government, to. This report, commissioned by congress almost two years earlier. This product contains excerpts from alexander hamilton s famous report on manufactures from 1790.
Report on the subject of manufactures by alexander hamilton december 5, 1791 to the speaker of the house of representatives. Report on manufactures is published in brazil on aug. Alexander hamiltons report on manufactures january 25, 2017 january 25, 2017 by jessiekratz, posted in news and events, u. It gives a sudden and violent blow to our revenue which cannot easily be repaired from other sources. Alexander hamiltons famous report on manufactures discerning. He recited for congress the advantages of a national bank. Alexander hamiltons report on manufactures 1791 is a classic document in the history. It is not uncommon to meet with an opinion that though the promoting of manufactures may be the interest of a part of the union, it is contrary to that of another part. I have the pleasure of your private letter of the 26th of august. Alexander hamiltons final version of the report on the.
Alexander hamiltons famous report on manufactures author. Transfers of stock, or public debt, are there equivalent to payments in specie. Report on the subject of manufactures by alexander hamilton. His father, a general during the civil war, remarried in 1886 to louisa francis paine allen 18321898 at the park hotel in manhattan. We have a tremendous opportunity to bring the innovation, jobs and economic growth that accompanies. Economic development landmark publication 1818 in a speech before congress, henry clay proposes a plan called the american. In 1791, alexander hamilton, then secretary of the treasury, delivered his report on manufactures to congress. Alexander hamilton, report on manufactures, communicated to. Hamilton urged the expanded use of protective tariffs as a means to protect the nations infant industries. Secretary of the treasury alexander hamilton, report on the subject of manufactures 1791 to provide for our national security, americas manufacturing and defense industrial base must be secure, robust, resilient, and ready. James madisonwho later helped jefferson start the democraticrepublican partyworked closely with hamilton, helping the federalists promote the ratification of the constitution.
Introduction when george washington became president in 1789, he appoint ed alexander hamilton as his secretary of the treasury. Vernier xi hamilton chronology xxiii a full vindication of the measures of congress, december 15, 1774 1 the farmer refuted, february 23, 1775 41. Report on the subject of manufactures alexander hamilton. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Hamilton was bitterly criticized for not alerting original bondholders to the plan. It did not seem plausible to him that a nation of farmers could compete against the industrial might of europe. The aftermath of hamiltons report on manufactures nber. In his report on manufactures, alexander hamilton argues for protective tariffs for manufacturing industry as a means of promoting industrial development in the young republic. Alexander hamilton, report of the secretary of the treasury of the united states on the subject of manufactures, december 5, 1791, the gilder lehrman institute of american history, glc00891. Primary source alexander hamilton report on manufactures. This sixth edition, published in 1827, features two prefaces that place in context this groundbreaking treatise. Through these difficult times the youngster did receive tutoring and was an avid reader. Primary source alexander hamilton report on manufactures directions. Marks, notations and other marginalia present in the original volume will appear in this file a reminder of this books long journey from the publisher to a library.
Advanced manufacturing office overview and clean water. The feelings and views which are manifested in that letter are such as i expected would exist. Report on manufactures paperback april 9, 2010 by alexander hamilton author visit amazons alexander hamilton page. Alexander hamiltons final version of the report on the subjec. Made in his capacity of secretary of the treasury alexander hamilton on. Secretary of the treasury, delivered to the house of representatives a speech on the state of the economy of the young nation, and the best ways to promote it. American governments have tried to actively prod one or more sectors of the economy to grow. Alexander hamilton, secretary of the treasury report on manufactures, december 5, 1791 america is on the verge of an economic revitalization and a strong manufacturing base is a key to such an outcome. Ela nonfiction close reading practice with alexander. Alexander hamilton report on manufactures december 5, 1791 page numbers from selected writings page numbers from annals of congress page numbers from works of hamilton scanned january, 2001 from primary sources. What was the historical significance of the report on. There is more than one author in the goodreads database. Alexander hamilton biographer the building the alexander hamilton center will be built in the foundation of what was an early 20thcentury steam plant, directly across from the great falls. Alexander hamilton s final version of the report on the subject of manufactures123 philadelphia, december 5, 1791 communicated on december 5, 1791 124 to the speaker of the house of representatives.
Written in support of ratification of the constitution, the essays defended the principle of a supreme national authority, but at the same time sought to reassure doubters that the people and the states had little reason to fear usurpations and tyranny by the new. Hamilton urged congress to assume the states debts. Reports of the secretary of the treasury of the united states, prepared in obedience to the act of the 10th may, 1800. Thomas jefferson believed the united states should develop as an agrarian nationthat is, as a nation in which farming and agriculture are emphasized.
It was presented to congress on december 5, 1791 it laid forth economic principles rooted in both the mercantilist system of elizabeth is england and the. Alexander hamilton, report on the subject of manufactures 1791 excerpts. Alexander hamilton assumption or the compromise of 1790 report on public credit 1790 report on manufactures 1791 first bank of the u. This post on hamilton s report on manufactures submitted to congress on december 5, 1791 is the third of three posts on hamilton s major writings as secretary of the treasury. Its goals were to catch up with britain and build the material base for a powerful military. Apr 26, 2018 report on the subject of manufactures, alexander hamilton argued that foreign capital was not something to be feared or viewed as a rival to domestic investment, but was instead a precious acquisition in fostering our economic growth.
Hamiltons vision for the economic foundation of the united states included three main programs. Report on the subject of manufactures, alexander hamilton argued that foreign capital was not something to be feared or viewed as a rival to domestic investment, but was instead a precious acquisition in fostering our economic growth. Assessing and strengthening the manufacturing and defense. This is a digital copy of a book that was preserved for. A biography of alexander hamilton 1755 1804 report on manufactures submitted to congress december 5, 1791 during the summer and fall of 1791, while madison and jefferson were building up the republican resistance, hamilton was hard at work in philadelphia on a number of projects, the most absorbing of which was his report on manufactures. Alexander hamilton claimed to have been born on january 11, 1757, on the west indian island.
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