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The Aaron Burr treason trial in John Marshall’s court is one of America’s most important chapters. Just three years after the deadly Hamilton duel, President Thomas Jefferson had Aaron Burr charged with treason for plotting to carve out a kingdom for himself from parts of Louisiana and Mexico. The ensuing “trial of the century” in 1807 Richmond, VA, captivated a young nation. Accusations of treason. Claims of presidential privilege. The rule of law. Some things endure.What happened to Aaron Burr? Was he found guilty of treason? Watch The King of Crimes to find out.
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Theater, American History, Government and Civics, Social Sciences, Virginia History
Level:
High School
Material Type:
Lesson Plan, Visual Media
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Date Added:
04/23/2020
License:
Creative Commons Attribution Creative Commons Attribution
Language:
English
Media Format:
Video

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