Harman Blennerhassett
Lawyer and politician involved in dueling
Born
October 8th, 1765
260 years ago
Died
1831
194 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A lawyer and politician, played a significant role in early 19th-century American politics. Worked as a landowner and established a famous island estate in the Ohio River. Engaged in a political alliance with Aaron Burr, which led to treason charges after Burr's failed expedition. Later fled to England after the legal issues, where continued to be involved in political and legal matters until death.
Established Blennerhassett Island
Participated in Aaron Burr's conspiracy
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