Alexander and Aaron

By alexabaca50

  • Birth of Aaron Burr

  • Death of Aaron's Father

  • Birth of Alexander Hamilton

  • Death of Alexander's Mother

  • Aaron Started Princeton College at Age 13

  • Alexander arrived in New York City and started school at Columbia College

  • American Revolution Began

  • Alexander became secretary of treasury

  • Aaron was chosen as a US senator from New York

  • Aaron ran for President against Thomas Jefferson

    The race ended in a tie. The House of Representatives held a special runoff vote. Alexander wrote nasty comments about Aaron mentioning he was "one of the worst men." Jefferson won the presidency and Aaron settled for Vice-president.

  • Aaron ran for governor of New York State and lost.

    Alexander opposed him again saying he was "despicable."

  • Aaron challenged Alexander to a duel

    Aaron had enough of Alexander's attacks. He demanded an apology, but when none came he challenged Alexander.

  • Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton had their duel.

    Both men arrived at Weehawken, New Jersey each with a pistol. They stood 30 feet away from each other, raised their pistols, and shot at the same time. Alexander's shot missed, but Aaron's did not.

  • Alexander Hamilton Died

    Alexander died the day after the duel from his gunshot wound.