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1740 - 1785

Haym Salomon

Polish-born businessman and financial broker.

Haym Salomon immigrated to New York City in 1775 and established himself as an experienced financier. Began financing the Revolutionary War in 1781.

Fun Fact:

Between 1781 and 1784, records show that Salomon’s personal lending and fundraising efforts were able to provide $650,000 for George Washington’s war effort (equivalent to over $9.4 billion today).

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