Theodosia Burr
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Theodosia Burr
THEODOSIA (nee BURR) ALSTON daughter of Aaron Burr, child prodigy, wife of governor Joseph Alston, lost at sea in mysterious circumstances while on way to visit her father. Date: 1783 - 1813
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1783 1813 Aaron Alston Burr Circumstances Governor Lost Mysterious Prodigy Theodosia
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait captures Theodosia Burr Alston, the enigmatic and intellectually gifted daughter of Aaron Burr, who vanished under mysterious circumstances at sea in 1813. Born in 1783, Theodosia was a child prodigy, renowned for her exceptional wit, charm, and erudition. She married Governor Joseph Alston of South Carolina in 1801, and the couple had three children. Theodosia's visit to her father in New York in 1812 was eagerly anticipated by both parties. However, her journey took a tragic turn when she embarked on the schooner "The Patriot" from Elmira, New York, in late December, bound for New York City. The ship was last sighted off the coast of Hatteras, North Carolina, and despite extensive search efforts, Theodosia and her party were never found. The circumstances surrounding Theodosia's disappearance remain a mystery to this day. Some believe she may have been kidnapped or even murdered, while others speculate that the ship was lost at sea due to a storm or other natural disaster. Regardless of the cause, her loss was deeply felt by her family and friends, and her story continues to captivate the public imagination. This portrait, which dates from Theodosia's youth, offers a glimpse into the life of this remarkable woman, whose intellect, grace, and tragic fate have left an indelible mark on American history.
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