The Rivalry Between Alexander Hamilton And Aaron Burr

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The rivalry between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr had its roots in a 1791 Senate race.When Burr Decided to run for the governor New York burger Hamilton said,Burr Was a dangerous man who are not be trusted with the reins of government
On the morning of July 11, 1804, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr raised their dueling pistols and took aim. Hamilton, who used to be a secretary of the treasury, and Vice President Burr were longstanding political rivals and enemies. Burr might have been the president instead of vice president, had it not been for Hamilton.When Burr's term as vice president was almost over, he ran for governor of New York. Hamilton, once again, prevented Burr from winning by opposing his candidacy. Burr retaliated by challenging

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