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Aaron Burr

Aaron Burr was a central figure in American public life for nearly three decades, but is remembered mainly for two episodes in his life: his duel with Alexander Hamilton in 1804 and his schemes of empire-building that formed the basis for his treason trial in 1807. Aaron Burr was Vice President from 1801-1809,and while in office Aaron Burr was never impeached for his actions towards Alexander Hamilton, which resulted in the later death, and for his schemes of empire, which resulted in his trial and acquittal on charges of treason. Burr was born in Newark, New Jersey on February 6, 1756. In 1702 burr opened a law practice in Albany, and in 1791 Burr had become a powerful political figure. Burr also had many dreams that went unrealized. Aaron Burr was a central figure to American public life, having never been impeached for killing Alexander Hamilton the prosecution left Burr disgraced and faced with constant harassment by creditors.
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