Alexander Hamilton and the Duty and Obligation of Government

ISBN-13: 9783639124408 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 248 str.

Peter O'Lalor

Opis

Immersed in an age old educational system, theRevolutionary generation placed no uncertain value onvirtue and duty. This education was also a socialconditioning which existed on both sides of theAtlantic for hundreds of years. Religion andeducation served the Revolutionary generation byreinforcing an innate sense of duty wherein allobligation was reciprocal. This was transmittedthrough the ages by custom, which over time becametradition and finally comes to us as heritage. Understanding the different natures of virtue, is tounderstand the struggle between capitalism andrepublicanism. Capitalism had a certain impact uponAmericas infant republic much to the chagrin anddisillusionment of its founders. The quality of thatcapitalism, rooted in the Roman virtue of expansionand domination of trade, backed by an elite military,bereft of classical and Christian principles was howthe Federalists unknowingly altered the principalgoals and aims of the Revolution. It is also to findout how and why Federalism, because of Hamiltonsinfluence and intercession, produced unintended andunwelcome consequences.

O autorze

Dr. O'Lalor's academic background includes a Ph.D. in history, a
Bachelors in Liberal Studies and a Bachelors in Graphic Design.
Dr. O'Lalor has a varied background in education and staff
training. He is committed to teaching liberal studies and
speaking confidently of the need to preserve the Humanities,
liberal studies, and American history.