First American Banks 📌

The first commercial bank in the U.S., chartered by Congress to fund the Revolutionary War.

The second state bank founded; through centuries of mergers, it is now part of Bank of America . 🏦 The First Bank of the United States (1791–1811) first american banks

The history of American banking began in the late 18th century, transitioning from a system of personal credit to formal financial institutions designed to stabilize a war-torn economy. 🏛️ The Three Pioneering Institutions The first commercial bank in the U

Founded by Alexander Hamilton, it is the oldest continuously operating bank in the U.S. (now BNY Mellon ). through centuries of mergers