America was born and survived, through its difficult path to a nation, through a series of events or moments in history. The founding brother's book talks about some important figures during and after the American Revolution. These important figures consisted of Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr, John Adams, George Washington, James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson. Each of these men contributed in one way or another to the building of America. The book breaks these contributions down into a few narratives, to help understand what these important figures did. In order for anyone to understand what lesson Joseph Ellis was trying to teach, one must first understand these five tales. The first story to review and understand is called the duel. The duel is one of the most historic conflicts in history. The duel actually arose from years of personal and political resentment, between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. These two men truly reached peak tension during the New York governor's race. Since Burr was a candidate for this race, and since the duel took place during the period in which dueling was outlawed, the duel had extensive political ramifications. With the duel gone badly and Alexander Hamilton dead, Burr of New York and New Jersey stature was charged, but all charges were later dismissed, ending Burr's career. It can be concluded that the significance of the duel is that violence during the early American state was highly politically based. What makes the duel truly unique is the fact or tendency that revolutionaries, after a revolution, turn against each other in an inevitable bloodbath. Ellis seems to side more with Hamilton and make him look like a saint. The... center of the card... residential power. Additionally, the address helps America remain neutral in any foreign wars, giving America time to build and prosper. It is an important piece of history that has helped shape today's current government and most of America's foreign policies and relations. So of all the stories one would find this the most important and perhaps read it again. In conclusion, the founding brother's book is a unique set of stories. The stories show and explain important parts of American history. The stories also primarily focused on America's founders such as Thomas Jefferson. Especially after reading and understanding these stories, one can come to the conclusion that the author leaned towards Hamilton. Furthermore, through trust, hard work and dedication, these men build an extraordinary country, which today has become a world power.