Federal Courts: Our First Treason Trial
Federal Courts: Our First Treason Trial  
Podcast: Civics 101
Published On: Tue Aug 09 2022
Description: Today we're opening our new series on famous trials in the Federal Courts. In this case, United States v Burr, the judge and jury had to decide whether to convict former VP Aaron Burr for the crime of treason.Taking us on the journey are Christine Lamberson, Director of History at the Federal Judicial Center, and Nancy Isenberg, professor at LSU and author of Fallen Founder: The Life of Aaron Burr.  This trial has everything. Washington Irving, epaulets, a subpoenaed president, and a letter hidden in a shoe. CLICK HERE: Visit our website to donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!