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The Code of Honor: Understanding the Rules of Dueling in the 1800s

Discover the enigmatic world of 1800s dueling: a riveting journey through honor-bound clashes, pistols poised, and a code that shaped an era.

Military History Mar 31

The duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. (Illustrator not identified. From a painting by J. Mund., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

Three Epic Duels That Happened in History

The practice of dueling started with the nobles of Europe, as an act of defending their honor through man-to-man combats.

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