Leading up to the Battle for New York in 1776, Hamilton joined the Continental Army hoping to see action in battle and perhaps a battle command. On whose staff did he instead serve?

General George Washington

Explanation:

George Washington elected as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. Alexander Hamilton joined the Continental army during the Revolutionary War. He obtained his position as aide-de-camp (a personal assistant) to General Washington.

In 1776, Hamilton became the captain of an artillery company. His knowledge in artillery tactics and military drills impressed officers in the Continental Army. He received an offer to serve as military aid for William Alexander. He also received an offer from George Washington which he accepted, that earned him a lieutenant colonel.

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it created free trade throughout the colonial territories.