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Brady, Joseph P. (Joseph Plunkett)
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1931
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The Trial of Aaron Burr
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"The Trial of Aaron Burr" by Joseph P. Brady is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically in the early 1910s. This book delves into the legal proceedings surrounding Aaron Burr, the former Vice President of the United States, who was tried for treason and high misdemeanor following an alleged conspiracy to create an independent nation in the Western territories. It offers detailed insights into the political and judicial landscape of the time, reflecting the era's tensions between Federalists and Jeffersonians. The narrative follows Burr's trial, providing an exhaustive analysis of the prosecution's and defense's arguments, the key figures involved, and the socio-political implications of the trial. Burr's legal team, consisting of some of the era’s most prominent lawyers, battles against the prosecution’s case, led by politically motivated attorneys influenced by President Jefferson. The book highlights the crucial need for evidence, with a particular focus on the requirement of proving "overt acts" of treason, ultimately leading to Burr's acquittal. The author meticulously presents the testimonies and procedural details, bringing to light the complexities of early American law and the personal turmoil faced by Burr as he contended with public opinion and accusations of treason against the backdrop of a young nation still defining its legal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Burr, Aaron, 1756-1836
Burr Conspiracy, 1805-1807
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