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Albert Gallatin

(1761–1849) Politician United States

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Albert Gallatin was a politician from the United States, best known for Peace with Mexico.

Quick Facts About Albert Gallatin

Born
January 29, 1761
Died
August 12, 1849
Nationality
United States
Profession
Politician
Notable works
Peace with Mexico

About Albert Gallatin

Abraham Alfonse Albert Gallatin was a Genevan-American politician, diplomat, ethnologist, and linguist. Often described as "America's Swiss Founding Father", he was a leading figure in the early years of the United States, helping shape the new republic's financial system and foreign policy. Gallatin was a prominent member of the Democratic-Republican Party, represented Pennsylvania in both chambers of Congress, and held several influential roles across four presidencies, most notably as the longest serving U.S. secretary of the treasury. He is also known for his contributions to academia, namely as the founder of New York University and cofounder of the American Ethnological Society.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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