Alexander Hamilton

  • Alexander Hamilton joins the volunteer corps. : Identity vs Confusion

    Alexander Hamilton joins the volunteer corps. : Identity vs Confusion

    After studying at King's College, Alexander Hamilton begins his military service at the age of 18. In Erikson's fifth stage, Identity vs identity confusion, Hamilton displays his values and eagerly joins the war effort after his schooling as he is beginning to establish himself within a financial, political, and militaristic realm.
  • Marriage to Elizabeth Schuyler : Intimacy vs. Isolation

    Marriage to Elizabeth Schuyler : Intimacy vs. Isolation

    Alexander Hamilton charms three sister's in of one of the nation's wealthiest families at the time Angelica, Peggy, and Elizabeth Schuyler. He goes on to marry Elizabeth Schuyler in 1780, leaving his romantic relationships with the other two sisters mostly up to speculation. In Erikson's sixth stage, Hamilton finds himself confident with woman and successfully finds intimacy and marriage.
  • Founded the New York Post : Generativity vs Stagnation

    Founded the New York Post : Generativity vs Stagnation

    In his old age, Alexander Hamilton retires his post as Inspector General and goes on to contribute in a different way. He created a daily news outlet to push out his federalist ideals to the public. In Erikson's seventh stage, Hamilton spends his time contributing his ideas and resources in a way that benefited the community & created a positive change in newspapers.