The Forgotten Financier of the Revolution | Chicago News

Did you know a statue in Chicago honors George Washington alongside two unsung heroes? Haym Salomon, a Polish Jewish immigrant and financial genius, risked everything to fund the American Revolution — even getting captured by the British. While Robert Morris managed finances for the Continental Congress, it was Salomon who personally loaned money to key figures like Madison and Kosciuszko. Yet he died broke at 44, leaving his family in debt — all while the Constitution was being born. Next time you pass that statue, pause: this quiet hero’s story deserves your attention. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/687cd35afe115a64