The rate of oxidation is dependent on the quality and type of base oil as well as the additive package used. Some synthetics, such as polyalphaolefins (PAO), have inherently better oxidation stability than do mineral oils.
Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr Dueled to the Death. July 11, 1804. Standing on the heights of Weehawken, New Jersey, Hamilton and Burr fired their pistols. Some people said that Hamilton purposely missed Burr. Burr's shot, however, fatally wounded Hamilton, leading to his death the following day. Aaron Burr escaped unharmed. Hard to believe, but settling differences with a duel had been the custom before the Revolution.
Guy Hamilton dead: James Bond director dies at 93. Guy Hamilton, British film director who helmed multiple entries in the James Bond series, including Goldfinger and Diamonds Are Forever, has died at the age of 93. News of Hamiltonâs death was confirmed by the Associated Press, which reported the filmmaker died at a hospital in Mallorca, where Hamilton lived.