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AARON BURR

and

ALEXANDER HAMILTON

were both orphaned at a young age, and they both became successful lawyers. They both fought in the Revolutionary War. But the politics of the young United States of America put these Founding Fathers in constant conflict. Theirs is a story of passion, patriotism, and pride, which culminates in the most famous duel in American history. Despite their similarities, it seemed the world was not big enough for both Aaron and Alexander, yet the outcome of their rivalry forever links their names.

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Don Brown

Don Brown

American
Don Brown is the author and illustrator of many highly praised picture-book biographies and histories for children. His subjects have included the N... See more

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Aaron and Alexander: The Most Famous Duel in American History
The peculiar enmity between founding fathers Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton culminated in an infamous duel....

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