"The Constitution is no invalid instrument. It has till recent years been considered a charter of freedom."

Aaron Burr (1756 - 1836)
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About Aaron Burr

Aaron Burr (1756-1836) was an American politician and lawyer who served as the third Vice President of the United States. He was also a key figure in American politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Burr notably played a significant role in the New York political scene and his infamous duel with Alexander Hamilton brought his career to an end.

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