Albert Gallatin

""Albert Gallatin"" by John Austin Stevens is a biography of one of the most important figures in American history. Gallatin was a Swiss-American statesman, diplomat, and scholar who played a crucial role in the early development of the United States. As Secretary of the Treasury under Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, he helped shape the country's economic policies and was instrumental in reducing the national debt. In this book, Stevens traces Gallatin's life from his early years in Switzerland to his arrival in America and his rise to political prominence. Along the way, he explores Gallatin's many achievements, including his work on the Lewis and Clark expedition, his efforts to establish a national university, and his role in negotiating the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the War of 1812. Stevens also delves into Gallatin's personal life, including his marriage to Sophia Allegre and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Jefferson and Madison. Throughout the book, he provides a vivid portrait of Gallatin as a man of great intellect, integrity, and determination, who devoted his life to the service of his adopted country. Overall, ""Albert Gallatin"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds new light on one of America's most important founding fathers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the men and women who helped shape it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.