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Francis F. Beirne

b. 1890

A Baltimore journalist and historian, he wrote warmly and vividly about the city’s people and past. His books blend local color, anecdote, and careful historical curiosity.

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Shout Treason: The Trial of Aaron Burr

Shout Treason: The Trial of Aaron Burr

by Francis F. Beirne

About the author

Born in 1890, Francis F. Beirne was an American writer remembered for books about Baltimore and its history. Reliable catalog and library records connect him with works including The Amiable Baltimoreans (1951), The Jonathon Tree (1959), and Baltimore: A Picture History, 1858–1968.

Beirne’s writing is closely tied to Baltimore. His books suggest a strong interest in the city’s character, its neighborhoods, and the stories of the people who shaped it, making his work appealing to readers who enjoy regional history told in an accessible way.

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