Aaron Burr

:Alternate meaning: Rev. Aaron Burr, Sr.

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Aaron Burr, Jr. (February 6, 1756 – September 14, 1836) was an American politician and adventurer. He was a major formative member of the Democratic-Republican party in New York and a strong supporter of Governor George Clinton. He is remembered not so much for his tenure as the third Vice President, under Thomas Jefferson, as for his duel with Alexander Hamilton and his trial and acquittal on charges of treason.

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February 6 - 1756 - September 14 - 1836 - American - Politician - Democratic-Republican party - New York - George Clinton - Vice President - Thomas Jefferson - Duel - Alexander Hamilton - Treason

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