Alexander Hamilton: The Father of the American Economy (Historian Reaction)

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[@JohnReedy07163]

Alexander Hamilton is the reason I am here in America today. My Grandmother's Great x5 Grandfather was a Hungarian born Hessian Soldier who fought for the British at Yorktown. He was captured at Redoubt #10. He was held as a POW for nearly 4 years and missed his units shipment away from America. With no reason to leave and every oppurtunity to make a life for himself That Great 5x Grandfather wound up staying in Virginia, changed his name from the Hungarian one to an anglicized name belived to be Turnipseed, which later a couple generations later changed back to Reapsummer (an anglicized version of the Hungarian name), another 2 generations later that family relocated to Northeast Ohio and 1 final generation later married into the Reedy Family. So Thanks Alex

[@mayalackman7581]

What is the Hamilton connection?

[@aaronburrhistory2938]

Fun Fact: Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr both attended the same Independence Day dinner the night before the duel. During the party Aaron Burr was withdrawn despite him having usually been extremely social and Alexander Hamilton enthusiastically sang a war song.

[@Gingerchalky]

Did you notice if he was wearing his glasses then too? 😅

[@kylewilson2819]

@@Gingerchalky WHY?!

[@Gingerchalky]

@@kylewilson2819 cos why not Kyle? It’s important to know lol

[@kylewilson2819]

@@Gingerchalky The correct answer was “If not to take deadly aim.” 😂

[@Gingerchalky]

@@kylewilson2819 they don’t teach you this in the history books 😂

[@ZeusMcCormick]

Hercules Mulligan is an all time great name.

[@EsotericHamiltonian]

Hamilton is the most underrated founder, even after his recent resurgence.

[@HateTheGameTX]

I’d say George Mason IV is the most underrated, he’s my 7th great uncle so I could be biased.

[@msbhicks8358]

@@HateTheGameTX dude that's actually cool, not many people can say that

[@joshuanugentfitnessjourney3342]

Agreed

[@swiftflight7927]

The random and gargantuan legend of Peyton Randolph would like to have a word

[@jakitron890]

I don't disagree, but I think you may be a bit biased, friend

[@kathyastrom1315]

I grew up thinking that Hamilton was my 6th great granduncle-my aunt told me that when I was around seven. In researching my family genealogy, I found out that there is an Alexander Hamilton in that position on the tree. But, he’s not THE Alexander Hamilton-ours was born in Pennsylvania in the mid 1770s. Oh, well! At least that’s straightened out now.

[@kamiljan_ashiri]

bruh

[@DreamcastFarm]

bruh

[@dansmart3182]

I am related to an Alexander Hamilton. . The Alexander Hamilton... now hold on.

[@TheInfamousOpinionist]

Chris, I started binging your content last week. Inspired by you, I went digging into my family history for the 1st time. I thought you’d be intrigued to know that today, I learned that my paternal grandmother’s ancestors were the Radcliffe’s, who served as Earls of Sussex from 1483-1643, including my distant grandfather Robert Radcliffe, the 1st Earl of Sussex, who assisted in presiding over the coronation of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Robert is also the one who proposed to the Privy Council that Henry Fitzroy should advance to the throne. I never would have known this without your inspiration! So thank you!

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

That’s awesome!

[@morssusurri8316]

That intro was amazing, I've been waiting for you to cover more of the presidents. Your content is more binge able than any Netflix series I've ever seen. And I actually learn things hahaha Thank you for what you do

[@a.wenger3964]

Hamilton would have made an interesting president for sure. Like an anti-Jefferson. I wish he lived longer though.

[@RKGrizz]

Hamilton has always been my favorite of the founding fathers. Good to see you covering him on the channel.

[@civilwarwildwest]

Bro, neither you nor Simon discussed Alexander's hip hop career that he used for telling his story throughout his political career.

[@alexandersturnn4530]

I only watched the Hamilton Musical for the first time last year in October in Hamburg, the first show of it they put on in Germany. It was GLORIOUS.

[@felixmeyer7242]

I am also from germany, greetings :)

[@alexandersturnn4530]

@@felixmeyer7242 Hallo, schön dich zu treffen! :)

[@felixmeyer7242]

@@alexandersturnn4530 servus 🤝

[@VonKraut]

You mentioned National treasure, I like those movies despite them being sort of ridiculous. Would be interesting to see a series analyzing the history they talked about in that film.

[@RoydeanEU]

This Hamilton guy is non stop

[@kraftmuppen]

The old video of You going over the Hamilton musical song by song is one of my favorite videos from you. And I’m so glad we got more Hamilton content now. Such a fascinating historical figure

[@stephenparker6362]

Hi, Chris, that was very interesting and I learnt a lot. Your reactions are always interesting because whether you're talking about American history, British history, European history or any other history your enthusiasm is obvious to anyone watching. Simon Whistler's Biographics channel is very good I hope you do more.

[@mcwildstyle9106]

Dang I thought I got the beginning of Hamilton out of my head but not anymore. Thank you Chris! :) Also fun fact about Hamilton during the war, the battery that he commanded was the New York Provisonal Company of Artillery. Even though the unit was disbanded, the 1st Battalion, 5th Field Artillery Regiment, which is now apart of the famed 1st Infantry Division, traces it's lineage and history back to the New York Provisonal Company. In fact the unit insignia for the regiment is the crest of the Hamilton family

[@ajrobbins368]

I really enjoy it when you passionately explain more about a historical person/topic and then the video confirms your points. It shows comprehensive understanding of (and passion for) the subject matter.

[@greenlantern7959]

A historian with roots tracing back to the American revolution, reacting to a video by a Brit, about a US founding father. God bless teh interwebz. Pretty sure I’d have learned more if this was 100% your original content, your sidebars on these reactions are so interesting.

[@bodungles9725]

Hey VTH as a Canadian from near Toronto i find your videos awesome, i've learned a lot!

[@0612Crystal]

I have been listening to the Hamilton soundtrack for the last couple of days because of you. Lol

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

Always a great idea!

[@eleanorallen7846]

0:00 😂😂 my theater nerd inside is freaking out thank you for making my day Chris!

[@1CE.]

I love the extra info your reactions give. Really highlights the topic even more and often adds some melancholy when going into personal life details

[@gaaralives]

Hi Chris, love the videos. You're exactly what a reaction channel should be, you add so much to the original video. I don't know if you take suggestions from comments, but I'd like to recommend 'Man in Cave' by 'Internet Historian'. It's the interesting story of Floyd Collins, and the two week long attempt to rescue him from a cave in 1925. It's not your typical topics of world wars or the civil war, but there's still plenty you could comment on. Plus, Internet Historian is extremely popular, so a 'Historian reacts to Man in Cave' video could get a lot of views!

[@georgeince4136]

I have read Ron Chernow's book about Alexander Hamilton, and I have seen the original video very good video.

[@ThirteenthOfFour]

My personal feelings about him are confounded and complex; but I shan't allow politics to prove dividing - my Respect for him as a person----by your care and this wonderful experience---is utterly sincere.

[@AdmiralHistory]

Haven’t watched VTH for a couple months and now catching up

[@malcolmferguson4869]

Unrelated to this video, but I just finished watching Band of Brothers for the first time. Wow... the waterworks are still flowing...

[@jasonchristman4612]

I’m really enjoying all of your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@sonny2892]

Chris! If you’re a fan of musical theater, you should check out Civil War (if you’re not already familiar). It ran on Broadway for about two months in 1999. There’s a song in the musical called “Tell My Father” sang from the POV of a dying union soldier. My favorite version of the song is Houston Men’s Choir, it’s lovely.

[@melamusing]

You mentioned being a musical theater fan and obviously a huge Hamilton fan. I'm not sure whether that inclination extends to the Great American Songbook, but I will share that sice I was in high school (in the 80s) and learned about hamiltonian and Jeffersonian views on democracy, I have always Associated Jefferson with Aaron Copeland's Appalachian Spring and Hamilton with Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue.

[@blogbalkanstories4805]

Again, great video. You provide great context to a well done video, so together this becomes an amazing collaboration.

[@visionsofshmuel]

Andrew Porwancher has a book that I want to read which argues that Hamilton was actually born and raised Jewish. His mother's real name may have been Rachel Levine, and he apparently attended a school housed in a synagogue in Charlestown, Nevis.

[@thiamay7927]

I've just found your channel the other day. And as binge watch I've noticed you mentioned the choice of dates for celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. I figured I'd throw this bit of Trivia at you. Easton PA, a city a few hours drive north of Philadelphia, celebrates the week after the 4th of July. The city actually celebrates the day the Declaration was read aloud in the town square on July 8th. Easton was one of the first cities to do so. It is also the hometown of George Taylor, who signed the declaration. His house has been preserved and is open to tours. Just some interesting facts.

[@CodyChepa88]

Loved biographical grant episode so was pumped for this one . Keep up the great work Chris 💪👍

[@Bojangus-]

Lot of stuff said about Aaron Burr in this video that seems very based on Hamilton’s perspective, but from what I’ve learned about Burr he was an incredible figure. Also, from what I understand Hamilton the play is based on a book that isn’t exactly high on historicity. So it’s cool for entertainment but beyond that you gotta take it with a grain of salt

[@cgon57fb]

Alexander Hamilton is one of my favorite founding fathers. I've always wondered if he would have possibly become president had the outcome of his duel been different.

[@TheFederalist11]

I did not expect those bars in the beginning lol

[@markhohenbrink5230]

I agree and disagree with Alexander Hamilton on his policy. He laid the groundwork for the best country on this planet but he also laid the foundation for some of the most corrupt institutions that live to this day. Jefferson's and Adam's critiques did hit the mark when looking into the future of the banks Hamilton created.

[@drudenae]

Easy for me to tell its gonna be a good day when I see a new hour long VTH vid

[@Mwraf]

Straight out of Hamilton Musical as a student in an Accounting course and has listened to Hamilton Musical was introduced to my friend mine, this will be an interesting

[@tatedavis2016]

Let’s not forget that George Clinton also went on to be the brains behind two of the most underrated rock bands of the 70’s, Parliament and Funkadelic. Oh wait, wrong George Clinton.

[@arlonfoster9997]

Mr Beat much? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@finthic1]

You know I normal hate reaction videos. But I love how you fill in the gaps on these videos. I love Simons videos but it always feels like they are missing a few things.

[@jackmessick2869]

Actually the Mint was preferred by Thomas Jefferson, as it made hard currency. In fact, the Mint was initially part of the Department of State. The Mint became independent in 1799, during the Adams administration. It was put under the Treasury Department in 1873. Hamilton advocated for paper money, which was not adopted by the federal government until the American Civil War.

[@arlonfoster9997]

I love Hamilton the founder and his namesake musical. Lin Manuel Miranda would be very happy if he saw your videos on Hamilton and the musical.

[@horatiodreamt]

There is an excellent one-volume biography of Hamilton written by Ron Chernow.

[@johnresto1603]

Read a book by Micheal Newton, he is one of the best researchers on Hamilton.

[@georgereevesjr8289]

Jeez Chris, your opening question makes me think you would have fit right in on John Adams campaign team...

[@cgy0]

I KNEW THAT WOULD BE THE INTRO HAHAHA

[@PhantomBanker]

Immediately following the duel, Burr fled and hid in the most inconspicuous spot: the floor of the US Senate.

[@havehope646]

Love the Hamilton intro

[@joshuawells835]

I am someone who completely missed the Hamilton Hype and didn't see the musical until it was released on Disney+. I am also aware of things about Hamilton that the musical left out. Still a great musical.

[@johnresto1603]

Michael newton who is a Hamilton scholar has done extensive research on this. Check out his books on Hamilton. His research is amazing.

[@Prolly_dom]

Great video Chris!!

[@CreepingHistory]

Hey Chris, are you going to do have a look at the Fredrick the Great series by Extra History? They uploaded their last episode of the series a few days ago and the last episode is probably one of their funniest explanations of complex history yet. Don’t want to spoil anything though :P

[@anubhabdas506]

I have always found Alexander Hamilton to be one of the more fascinating Founding Fathers, mainly for his hand in the US economy in the nation's early years.

[@drewcross9927]

As someone with the same hair as simon from infographics... how dare you say your current hair isn't short! Love the content

[@David-fm6go]

I agree on Hamilton's legacy in terms of finance and also with the industrialization of America.

[@Dynnen]

Jefferson was incredibly short sighted in almost everything

[@GlobalOutcast]

Kinda poetic that a few years after the last living connection of the founding fatheres died the civil war breaks out

[@kfiraltberger552]

Dang... you said whore in the first 15 seconds of the video KZbin GET HIM!

[@bradjbourgeois73]

That "Awon Buww" Got Milk? commercial still cracks me up!

[@savagedarksider2147]

I just got done watching A documentary on Mary II.

[@stephenparker6362]

Perhaps Chris will react to that.

[@emilyprenger7111]

the way i started saying the opening lines with you

[@juliadagnall5816]

I find it very amusing that all of Phillip Schuyler’s daughters eloped… except Elizabeth. Alexander was the only guy who actually got permission to marry a Schuyler sister.

[@martingriff101]

I have just finished reading Ron Chernow book about Hamilton and Hamiltons biggest flaws were one he did not know how to just let something go and he was very easily let to react when his birthright or life was been tarnished where more often then not the best curse was to do nothing. One of the major ones was to write in great detail about an affair to show he was not embezzling money. In relation to Arron Burr he seems to be quiet the ladies man with at least one everywhere which his daughter would hear all about

[@claudelorrain-bouchard6941]

I'd love for that Hamilton reaction to be (re)done with your current better knowledge of software.

[@DVine13]

@VTH, can you do a series of these videos covering some of the other Revolutionaries, like Laurens, Lafayette, Mulligan and some of the other lesser known ones? It would be super cool you learn more about them as well.

[@ryanberkowitz5399]

First comment! Love your videos Chris!! Keep up the fantastic work

[@alexschusch7906]

Frederick was famous for leading all of his battles directly in the Frontlines. A point that also lead to a lot of mockery on Maria Theresia who didn't left Vienna for all three Silesian wars and the seven years war.

[@nicholasmarin3748]

awesome video alot of helpful insight by you

[@homersimpson5821]

I’ve been to the Franklin Mint.

[@abbysweat9202]

This is totally off topic but I just want to recognize how well you express yourself in these reactions. You always recognize your biases and try to understand others opinions. This is all coming from an agnostic who had a bad experience growing up in the church so I don't say this lightly but I believe you are a great example of what a spiritual leader can be...compassionate, understanding, patient with others and willing to learn. Not beating someone over the head with doctrine and platitudes but living by example. I also love your unabashed passion for knowledge, being a life-long learner is something I'm really passionate about too and I love to see people who live that out loud. I'm truly a huge fan and love your content and I appreciate all the hard work and thoughtfulness you put into it. Just

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

Thank you Abby!

[@jjlortez]

Ehhh good to see you look one of Simons more recent videos.

[@mattperiolat]

Honest to Pete, Burr needs more research, I find him fascinating what drove him to make the decisions he did and the people he connected with going up and coming down. The alleged conspiracy is worth getting into as well. As for Hamilton… genius. I know that is bandied about so much, but that he had such foresight and was able to basically force a financial system into existence that has endured for 250 years is astounding. Ambition, brains and determination that earned respect even from people who disliked him. Jefferson and him were adversarial and yet, Hamilton’s bust is in the front hall of Monticello as one of four thinkers Jefferson admired.

[@jungle8921]

Hi Chris, i love watching your videos. Please react to the video “Australian-American War 1942 the battle of Brisbane” by the channel World War two if you can add anything more about it🙏🏻

[@SimonSaidSo]

Me: Wonder if he's going to mention the musical at all 0:00

[@phantomtitan9792]

Fascinating video

[@oldgus01]

51:15 Me, over the course of 5 minutes: "Wait, why would a church have dueling pistols? This makes no sense!" *Googles* "Ohhhh, a guy *named* 'Church.' That makes sense." *Thinks harder* "Why did I think 'John Barker' was the name of a church? *That* makes no sense."

[@ScipioAfricanus_Chris]

Even if John Adams didn't like Hamilton, I do!

[@Bananabear20]

Please do Eisenhower next!

[@LOLE_Editz]

He watches biographics finally

[@Lady_NightCourt_22]

I think he probably had good intentions by publishing the Reynolds pamphlet but it totally backfired. I wonder how different hamilton's later life would have been had he not published it.

[@whiteink225]

11:45 even back then they were making diss tracks on eachother.

[@trentonebel9088]

Also, the “Farmer” of Farmer Refuted Is… HEAR YE! HEAR YE! My name is Samuel Seabury!

[@ernestchoi4464]

You should do all reactions to Bio videos of all the US Presidents

[@almetz79able]

You would have to start this with the Musical lol Have you seen Lin-Manuel Miranda's Drunk History?

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

Yes I've seen it and loved it.

[@metallica5851]

Hope you and your family are safe!

[@emilianohermosilla3996]

Amazing!

[@redefv]

0:35 this is not short hair?

[@timjohnson914]

Did you ever do 1776 musical ?

[@zacharygrouwinkel1534]

31:59 sounds like right now

[@NastyNate18B]

Hey bud, how you doing over there? Heard your state is going thru some stuff right now

[@popedanei]

Chris spittin barz lol

[@pjl626]

Would you say that Mulligan gave him another chance?

[@johnresto1603]

He might of not been at the first battle of trenton. Read Hamilton the formative years by Micheal Newton and he discusses that.

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

The first battle of Hamilton?

[@johnresto1603]

@@VloggingThroughHistory I meant Trenton, my apologies. I fixed it.

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

@@johnresto1603 It's pretty well documented that Hamilton was sick on Christmas day, spent much of the day in a farmhouse recouperating, but made the crossing. He was in command of two guns at the top of King Street firing on the Hessians at Trenton. I'd be curious to know what Newton's proof is otherwise.

[@johnresto1603]

@@VloggingThroughHistory he states that there is no direct evidence that he was at the battle. I hope you take a look at his book and read what he came up with and what your thoughts are. It's very interesting and I know the type of research he does. I have been following his Hamilton research for awhile now.

[@johnresto1603]

@@VloggingThroughHistory I sent you some screen shots on your IG account from newton's book.

[@user-ld4xx1el6q]

The leading cause of death for United States naval officers until 1830ish when dueling was outlawed was being shot by US naval officers in a duel.

[@David-fm6go]

33:31 he kind of botched that explanation. In most contexts Jeffersonians refered to themselves as "Republicans". The term Democratic-Republican doesn't come about until the 1820s and refers to Jackson's faction of the by then single party dynamic. This term was backwards applied by historians to refer to the whole party for purposes of distinguishing it from the GOP, but is indeed giving way to Jeffersonian Republican.

[@drakemerritt3482]

Any Hamilton book recommendations?

[@101502]

Am I correct in my knowledge that because it was illegal all people present turned around so to not witness the duel? This also leading to why no one can say for certain who fired first? I’m not 100% on my history with this…

[@VloggingThroughHistory]

yes I believe they did turn around so they could testify they hadn't seen anyone fire.

[@Mamaki1987]

I didn't know Hamilton died in a duel. Well, that is interesting.

[@gnarlow996]

Great video, but oh my poor poor liver!

[@MrKL3B]

I'd love to see some Black History content for Black History month!!