142 Hamilton's Shot - One Minute History

142 Hamilton's Shot - One Minute History

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History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the famous duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton in Weehawken, NJ. It covers the setup of the duel, Hamilton's intentions as revealed in a letter he wrote the night before, and the outcome where Hamilton was fatally shot. Despite Hamilton's plan to miss Burr, he fired first, aiming into the trees. Burr's shot, intended to wound, resulted in Hamilton's death, marking a tragic event in American history.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the duel for Hamilton?

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What does history suggest about the nature of the fatal shot fired by Burr?

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