Aaron Burr (1756-1836) Collection 1771-1958 1782-1830

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Aaron Burr (1756-1836) Collection 1771-1958 1782-1830

http://arks.princeton.edu/ark:/88435/kw52j8069

Consists primarily of letters by Aaron Burr (Princeton Class of 1772) to members of his family and associates.

0.2 linear feet; 1 half-size archival box

Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special CollectionsManuscripts Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6321275

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Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836

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Aaron Burr Jr. (February 6, 1756 – September 14, 1836) was an American politician and lawyer. A Founding Father, he served as the third vice president of the United States during President Thomas Jefferson's first term from 1801 to 1805. His role in helping form the nation, however, would be overshadowed when he killed fellow Founding Father Alexander Hamilton in an 1804 duel. The duel led to the collapse of Burr's political career and tarnished his legacy in American history. Burr was born t...

United States. Continental Army-Officers

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