Description:
(3rd Vice President of United States)
Aaron Burr was an American politician and a successful lawyer who served as the third Vice President of the United States. He was born in the middle of the eighteenth century into a well-known family, whose origin could be traced back to Pilgrim Fathers. Starting his career as an ordinary soldier during the American Revolution, he quickly rose through the ranks and ultimately became the third Vice President of the United States of America. Meanwhile, he had been elected twice to the New York State Assembly and once to the United States Senate. For a brief period, he was also the New York State Attorney General. His political career came to an end when in the last year of his Vice Presidency he fatally wounded Alexander Hamilton in a duel. To recoup his fortune, he fled to the West, where he unsuccessfully tried to establish a new regime. The failed attempt led to his arrest. Although he was acquitted due to lack of evidence, it practically ended his chances of political return. After a short trip to Europe, where he tried to drum up support, he returned to the U.S.A. and started practicing law, leading a life of financial constraints and deteriorating health.
Birthday
February 6, 1756 (Aquarius)
Born In
United States
Alternative names
Aaron Burr Jr.
Height
168 cm
City
Newark, New Jersey
Died on
September 14, 1836
Spouse/Ex-
Eliza Jumel (m. 1833–1836), Eliza Jumel (m. 1833–1836), Theodosia Bartow Prevost (m. 1782–1794)
Parents
Aaron Burr Sr.
Esther Edwards
Children
Aaron Columbus Burr, John Pierre Burr, Sarah, Theodosia Burr Alston
What was Aaron Burr's role in the Burr-Hamilton duel?
Aaron Burr was the Vice President of the United States when he engaged in a duel with Alexander Hamilton on July 11, 1804. Burr fatally wounded Hamilton, leading to Hamilton's death the following day.
What were the political views of Aaron Burr?
Aaron Burr was a prominent Democratic-Republican, advocating for states' rights and limited federal government intervention. He served as the third Vice President of the United States under Thomas Jefferson.
What was Aaron Burr's involvement in the conspiracy known as the Burr Conspiracy?
The Burr Conspiracy, also known as the Blennerhassett Conspiracy, was an alleged plan by Aaron Burr to establish an independent nation in the western United States and parts of Mexico. Burr was accused of treason but was acquitted in 1807.
How did Aaron Burr's political career end?
After his term as Vice President, Aaron Burr's political career took a downturn. He was involved in the Burr Conspiracy, which tarnished his reputation, and he faced financial troubles. Burr eventually moved to Europe in self-imposed exile.