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Aaron Burr may best be known for his duel and victory against Alexander Hamilton, however, there are numerous important events about his life that go unmentioned. While many know Aaron Burr was elected vice-president of the United States in 1800 under Thomas Jefferson. However, what most don't know is that Burr was also extremely intelligent, receiving admittance to Princeton when he was at the ripe old age of thirteen. (www.odur.let) He was a colonel for the Continental Army, and helped tirelessly with the war efforts. Burr was also a great father, he resigned from war after his daughter, Theodosia, was born. (www.odur.let) His political skills were also extraordinary. He was the Senator of New York, along with many other minor stints in office. (www.odur.let) However, one of his most unknown attribute is the one that should most certainly be associated with his name. He was tired for treason, and the whole ordeal started in 1804. (www.law.edu) It started when Burr began......

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