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How did the government raise money during the Revolution?​

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The U.S. Treasury Department was created in 1789 to help the country borrow money and manage the debt. To help raise money, federal bonds were issued by the Government. 1775 - Paying for the American Revolutionary War was the start of the country's debt. 1781 - The Department of Finance was created.

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Short answer: They sold bonds.

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