George Washington University
George Washington University: First Federal Congress: Expansion of the Empire
A look at the challenges that faced the new government especially in regard to the vast territory it won from Britain. Read about how the first Congress addressed these issues and set precedents for years to come. From a project of...
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Alexander Hamilton Biography
This excellent biography of Alexander Hamilton is part of the University of Missouri's "Famous Trials" site. With text links to personal letters and other documents written by Hamilton.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Alexander Hamilton
A biography of Alexander Hamilton from the documentary program AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: The Duel, produced by PBS.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Genet and Foreign Policy
This article from the University of Groningen explains the role that Citizen Genet played in challenging foreign policy under Washington's administration.
Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Timothy Pickering
This website offers a brief description of Timothy Pickering's political life.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Timothy Pickering
This brief biography of Timothy Pickering focuses on his military and political careers.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Henry Knox, With Portrait
Here you can find detailed information relevant to Henry Knox's professional career.
PublicBookshelf Corporation
Our Country: Citizen Genet
From an 1877 book originally titled "Household History for All Readers," this section discusses Citizen Genet. Genet was the French ambassador who tried to get the US to break its neutrality during Washington's administration.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: James Mc Henry, With Portrait
This page provides a paragraph which lists McHenry's accomplishments, and a portrait.
Library of Congress
Loc: Henry Knox (1750 1806)
This website offers a brief biography of Henry Knox.
US Department of Justice
Biographies of the Attorneys General: William Bradford
Here is a quick biography on William Bradford as Attorney General.
US Department of Justice
Biographies of the Attorneys General: Edmund Randolph
This is a brief biography on Edmund Randolph.
US Department of Justice
Biographies of the Attorneys General: Charles Lee
This is a quick biography of Charles Lee's time as U.S. Attorney General.