Central Banking of the U.S.

Banking During the American Revolution

Period: Jan 1, 1775 to Dec 31, 1783

During this time the government printed the nations first form of paper money.

Civil War Banking

Period: Jan 1, 1861 to Dec 31, 1885

The Civil War led to a new interest in a national bank. A national banking system was also established during this time.

World War I Banking

Period: Jan 1, 1914 to Dec 31, 1918

During World War I the U.S. went from being a struggling country to a high exporting nation with a high value of exports to help out the struggling banking systems.

World War II Banking

Period: Jan 1, 1939 to Dec 31, 1945

During World War II banking was difficult due to the fact that most money was going to the war, however the war banking eventually picked up.

After September 11 Banking

Period: Sep 11, 2001 to Dec 31, 2001

After September 11 the banking system had a kind of a down time when the nation was trying to get back on its feet. After this the nation is now back in a slight recession and banks are strict on lending.