In which of the following ways did alexander hamilton die? select one:
a. he died of old age.
b. he died in a gun duel.
c. he died after being trampled by horses.
d. he died from a disease at a relatively young age.

B. He lost a gun duel to Aaron Burr.  The two men had been political enemies and finally Burr challenged Hamilton to the duel.  Aaron was not harmed, but Hamilton was hit by a bullet from Burr's gun and died of his injuries the following day.  Burr was arrested and charged with murder.