Original: Alexander Hamilton (January 11, 1755 or 1757 - July 12, 1804) was the first United States Secretary of the Treasury, a Founding Father, economist, and political philosopher.
Simplified: Alexander Hamilton (born January 11, year unknown - probably 1755 or 1757 - died July 12, 1804) was the United States' first Secretary of the Treasury, and was known for the creation of a national bank.