1782-1862

Examines the political decisions made by six presidents between 1825 and 1849 regarding issues concerning the Monroe Doctrine, Indian removal, territorial expansion, the National Bank, tariffs, the war with Mexico, and the institution of slavery.

Traces the childhood, education, employment, political career, and presidency of the man from Kinderhook, New York.

Examines the life of the lawyer politician who became the eighth president of the United States and led the country through its first serious depression.

Examines the life and achievements of Martin Van Buren, the eighth president of the United States, from his birth New York in 1782, to his repeated attempts to regain the office after his first term, to his death in 1862.

Presents a brief look at the childhood, education, family, and political career of Martin Van Buren, eighth president of the U.S., and includes discussion of the major historical events of his lifetime.

Chronicles the life of President Martin Van Buren and examines his political career at a U.S. Senator, governor, Secretary of State, and Vice President under Andrew Jackson as well as his presidency and the economic disasters that cost him his second term.

Tells the life story of Martin Van Buren, the eighth U.S. president, describing his childhood in New York and his political career, and features humorous cartoon illustrations.

Examines the life of the lawyer politician who became the eighth president of the United States and led the country through its first serious depression.