History of the Constitutional Convention – Episode 14




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Summary: Ned Ryun continues his series on the Constitutional Convention. In this Episode: * Alexander Hamilton's life, part one of two. * Hamilton's early life as an orphaned and illegitimate son. * Hamilton's time at King's College in New York City and his growing interest in the revolution and military strategy and tactics. * Hamilton forms his own militia and later contributes significantly to several famous Revolutionary War battle. * Hamilton's post-war career includes law and the founding of the Bank of New York. * Hamilton's role in the founding of a new government.