An image of "The Duel of Isabella de Carazzi and Diambra de Pottinella", created by Jusepe De Ribera in 1636 (Oil on canvas, 235 x 212 cm).

An image of "Duel after a Masked Ball", created by Jean-Leon Gerome in 1857 (Oil on canvas, 68 x 99 cm).

A map of the United States showing the results of the 1801 presidential election, and shows the 16 states, territories, disputed areas, and Spanish Florida. At the time, the Vice Presidency was determined by the Electoral College, with...

The trial by combat, or wager of battle, was a solemn judicial duel. It was resorted to in the belief that God would give victory to the right.-Myers, 1905

(1756-1836) American politician and adventurer. Burr is known for being the third Vice President, under Thomas Jefferson, as for his duel with Alexander Hamilton, resulting in Hamilton's death. He is also known for his trial and...

This site includes a biography which has listings of several of his books and awards. It also has a photo with lengthy excerpts from two interviews given by Arnold Leibovit. It also has a photography of Matheson.