The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin · Character
Andrew Hamilton
Prominent Philadelphia lawyer who defended the printer Zenger.
minor
Also known as Mr. Andrew Hamilton, Mr. Hamilton, Hamilton
First appearance: Business Success and First Public Service
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Helps Franklin obtain the printing of Newcastle paper money and government documents.
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With Samuel Vernon (professional): Hamilton, a prominent lawyer, handled legal matters for Vernon, a merchant and Franklin's early patron. In Business Success and First Public Service: Helps Franklin obtain the…
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- Professional
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- Extended Network and Collaborators
- Childhood and Financial Ties
- Early Influences and Mentors
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- Business Success and First Public Service
- Albany Plan of Union
- XV: Quarrels with the Proprietary Governors
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