Peter Penny and His Magic Dollar #nn

Peter Penny and his magical dollar take a journey through American banking history, beginning with the War of 1812 and progressing through the establishment of the National Banking Act under President Lincoln in 1863, which standardized currency backed by United States bonds. The story illustrates how banks supported the nation's growth during industrialization and shows banks' role in tracking foreign agents during wartime. Throughout the narrative, Peter learns how banks provide essential financial services to businesses, individuals, and the government, demonstrating their importance to American prosperity and security.