Burr: Colonel Aaron Burr, Hero Of The Revolution, Ex-Vice-President Of The United States, Traitor Arrested By Order Of President Jefferson 1807 In Mississippi Territory
""Burr"" is a historical biography written by Elizabeth Brandon Stanton that tells the story of Colonel Aaron Burr, a prominent figure in American history. The book covers Burr's life from his time as a hero of the American Revolution to his role as Vice President of the United States and his eventual downfall as a traitor arrested by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807.The book provides a detailed account of Burr's life, including his early years as a lawyer, his military service during the Revolutionary War, and his ...
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""Burr"" is a historical biography written by Elizabeth Brandon Stanton that tells the story of Colonel Aaron Burr, a prominent figure in American history. The book covers Burr's life from his time as a hero of the American Revolution to his role as Vice President of the United States and his eventual downfall as a traitor arrested by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807.The book provides a detailed account of Burr's life, including his early years as a lawyer, his military service during the Revolutionary War, and his political career. It explores Burr's complex relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Thomas Jefferson.The book also delves into Burr's controversial actions, such as his duel with Hamilton and his alleged involvement in a plot to establish a separate nation in the western United States. The latter ultimately led to his arrest and trial for treason, which is covered in detail in the book.Overall, ""Burr"" offers a comprehensive look at the life of one of America's most intriguing historical figures, shedding light on both his accomplishments and his flaws. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the lives of influential figures from the past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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