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The Papers of John Steele

The Papers of John Steele

Steele, John
Wagstaff, H. M.

Paperback

Political BiographiesRegional: SouthRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1025895274
ISBN13: 9781025895277
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 494
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.99 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Papers of John Steele provides a comprehensive look into the life and political career of one of North Carolina's most prominent early statesmen. This two-volume collection brings together the extensive correspondence and official papers of John Steele, whose service spanned the transition from the Revolutionary era to the burgeoning administration of the new Republic. As a member of the First and Second Congresses and later as the Comptroller of the Treasury under the administrations of George Washington, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson, Steele occupied a pivotal position in the early American government.

The volumes offer a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the Federalist party and the development of the nation's financial systems. Readers will find letters from key historical figures, including Alexander Hamilton and Nathaniel Macon, detailing the complex debates over federal authority, state sovereignty, and local governance. The Papers of John Steele serves as a vital primary source for understanding the political climate of the South and the administrative challenges faced by the leaders of the young United States. This collection remains an essential resource for scholars of American history, political science, and the biographical study of the early American republic.

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