Not to be confused with Development economics. ' Economic development' is a term that economists, politicians, and others have used frequently in the 20th century. The concept, however, has been in existence in the West for centuries. Economic development' is a term that economists, politicians, and others have used frequently in the 20th century. The concept, however, has been in existence in the West for centuries.
People & Events. Philip Hamilton's Duel. When Alexander Hamilton's 19-year-old son rose to his father's defense on November 20, 1801, he took the first step of a violent process that had become an American social convention -- the duel. Before it was over he would be dead, and his family would be devastated by dueling, but not for the last time.
Alexander Hamilton's birthday is January 11, and now's the perfect time to re-discover the ten dollar Founding Father without a father.. Continue reading for more places to visit and celebrate Alexander Hamilton's legacy. Lin Manuel-Miranda and cast in Hamilton An American Musical.