Alexander Hamilton's Report on the Subject of Manufactures: Made in His Capacity of Secretary of the Treasury - Hardcover

by Alexander Hamilton (Author)

Alexander Hamilton's Report On The Subject Of Manufactures: Made In His Capacity Of Secretary Of The Treasury is a book that presents the report made by Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury of the United States, on the subject of manufacturing. This report was presented to the Congress in 1791 and is considered to be one of the most important documents in American economic history. In this report, Hamilton argues that the United States should develop a strong manufacturing industry to support its growing economy. He suggests that the government should provide incentives and protection for domestic manufacturers, such as tariffs and subsidies, to encourage their growth and prevent foreign competition from undermining the industry. Hamilton's report also discusses the benefits of manufacturing, including job creation, increased productivity, and improved national security. He argues that a strong manufacturing industry would reduce the country's dependence on foreign goods and provide a stable source of income for the government. Overall, Alexander Hamilton's Report On The Subject Of Manufactures provides a detailed analysis of the role of manufacturing in the American economy and offers recommendations for government policies to support its growth. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American economic history, government policy, or the development of the manufacturing industry.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.