Hamilton
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0The story of Hamilton, the hit musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda, follows the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, from his impoverished, orphaned beginnings in the Caribbean to his rise as George Washington's aide during the Revolutionary War, his key role as the first Secretary of the Treasury, his complex relationships with wife Eliza Schuyler, rival Aaron Burr, and other founders, culminating in his death in a duel with Burr, all told through a modern score of hip-hop, jazz, and R&B. It's a tale of ambition, legacy, and nation-building, highlighting themes of immigration, love, and politics.
Humble Beginnings: An ambitious orphan from Nevis, Hamilton arrives in New York and impresses revolutionaries with his intellect.
Revolutionary War: Becomes George Washington's right-hand man.
Nation Building: Helps shape the new nation's financial system as Treasury Secretary, clashes with Jefferson/Madison.
Personal Life: Marries Eliza Schuyler, engages in an affair, and navigates rivalries, especially with Aaron Burr.
The Duel: A long-standing rivalry with Aaron Burr leads to a fatal duel in Weehawken, New Jersey.
Legacy: Explores how his story is remembered, largely through his wife Eliza's efforts, highlighting the power of narrative.
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