Who is Mr. Burr in My Brother Sam is Dead?

Mr. Burr is a character in "My Brother Sam Is Dead" by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier. He serves as a Loyalist, opposing the American Revolution and representing the perspectives of those who remained loyal to the British Crown. His interactions with the protagonist's family highlight the tensions and conflicts arising from differing political loyalties during the Revolutionary War. Mr. Burr's character illustrates the complexities of loyalty and the impact of war on personal relationships.