“The gentleman who was to give the word then explained to the parties the rules which were to govern them in firing...He then asked if they were prepared; being answered in the affirmative, he gave the word present, as had been agreed on, and both parties presented and fired in succession...The fire of Colonel Burr took effect, and General Hamilton almost instantly fell. Colonel Burr advanced towards General Hamilton with a manner and gesture that appeared to General Hamilton’s friend to be expressive of regret.” ---Account by Matthew Davis of the Burr-Hamilton Duel, July 1804 D.B.Q. What was the outcome of the duel?