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Hamilton in :60: His Legacy
Alexander Hamilton was shot and killed in a duel with Aaron Burr in 1804. From monuments and historic sites, to our currency and banking system, Hamilton's legacy lives on many forms. Thanks to Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit musical, Hamilton, this founding father has once again taken center stage.
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