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Why had Aaron Burr challenged Alexander Hamilton to a duel?

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Answer:

The two men had long been political rivals, but the immediate cause of the duel was disparaging remarks Hamilton had allegedly made about Burr at a dinner.

Step-by-step explanation:

After killing Hamilton, Burr's career never recovered

Facing potential murder charges, he fled to the South. With the help of his powerful friend, the charges were dropped, and he returned to Washington to finish his term as vice president.

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