Bray Hammond
Bray Hammond was an American financial historian known for his work on the history of banking in the United States. He won the Pulitzer Prize for History in 1958 for his book 'Banks and Politics in America from the Revolution to the Civil War,' which is considered a seminal work in the field of American economic history.
Books
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1. Banks and Politics in America
"Banks and Politics in America" is a comprehensive historical analysis of the relationship between banking systems and politics in the United States. The book explores how the evolution of banking has shaped the nation's political and economic development from the colonial period through the Civil War. It delves into the origins and growth of banking, the controversies and political battles it sparked, and its influence on America's economic stability and growth. The author provides insightful perspectives on the use of banks as a tool for achieving political and economic goals, and the resulting effects on American society.
