#OnThisDay in #history - in 1757 Elizabeth Schuyler was born in Albany. Also called Eliza, she was known for her strong, warm, and impulsive character. In 1780, she married Alexander Hamilton, and they grew in social prominence. She dedicated herself to charities, leading, organizing, and fundraising for others, as well as defending her husband's legacy after his early death by duel. For her charity work, she was inducted into the National Museum of American History. #OTD#histodons@histodons
