This comprehensive account offers a detailed look at the tenure of Robert Morris, one of the most influential and controversial figures in early American history. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources, the author provides a detailed analysis of Morris's time as the Superintendent of Finance, and his contributions to the shaping of the American economy and political system.

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