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Treasury
For the U.S. government securities, see Treasury security
A treasury is the part of a government which manages all money and revenue. A treasurer is somebody who runs a treasury; although, in some systems (such as the US) the treasurer reports to a secretary of the treasury.
Notable Treasuries
- United States Department of the Treasury
- HM Treasury of the United Kingdom
- Trésor public in France
- Aerarium in Ancient Rome
Notable Treasurers and Secretaries
- Jean-Baptiste Colbert (France)
- Alexander Hamilton (United States)
- John W. Snow (United States)
See also
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