Judge George Summers: Chronological Legislative History of the United States National Banks (1781–1830)

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Historic Glenwood Foundation

Name/Title

Judge George Summers: Chronological Legislative History of the United States National Banks (1781–1830)

Entry/Object ID

303_b_316_21

Category

Historical Notes

Archive Items Details

Description

This document provides a concise, hand-written legislative timeline detailing the political history and debate surrounding the chartering of the Bank of North America, the First Bank of the United States, and the Second Bank of the United States. Compiled by an unknown researcher, the notes meticulously track Congressional votes, presidential actions—including James Madison’s notable shift in position—and key regional voting patterns (specifically involving Virginia delegates). The reverse side of the document identifies essential primary source references for further study, including presidential messages, legislative reports, and the landmark Supreme Court case, McCulloch v. Maryland.

Date(s) of Creation

1834