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EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 45 MIN

What Happened to Aaron Burr After He Killed Alexander Hamilton?

from American History Hotline · host iHeartPodcasts

In 1804, Vice President Aaron Burr shot and killed Alexander Hamilton in the most infamous duel in American history. But what happened next? Did Burr face murder charges? Was he convicted? And why did he go full Gary Busey? (You'll have to listen to understand that reference!)  Bob calls up Yale historian Joanne Freeman (The Essential Hamilton: Letters and Other Writings) to unpack the astonishing second act of Aaron Burr's life. From criminal indictments to conspiracies, a treason trial and exile, the duel was just the beginning for Aaron Burr.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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