Question

In which of the following ways did Alexander Hamilton die? Select one:

a. He died of old age.
b. He died in a gun duel.
c. He died after being trampled by horses.
d. He died from a disease at a relatively young age.

Answer 1

b. He lost a gun duel to Aaron Burr.  The two men had been political enemies and finally Burr challenged Hamilton to the duel.  Aaron was not harmed, but Hamilton was hit by a bullet from Burr's gun and died of his injuries the following day.  Burr was arrested and charged with murder.