jackson, andrew

Read about Jackson's difficult childhood, his military victories during the War of 1812, and his two terms as president.

A narrative history of President Andrew Jackson, whose first major initiative as President instigated the massive expulsion of Native Americans known as the Trail of Tears, and Cherokee Chief John Ross, a mixed-race Cherokee politician and diplomat who used the United States legal system and democratic ideals to oppose Jackson and protect the land of the Five Civilized Tribes.

"Describes Andrew Jackson's actions during the War of 1812 and the Trail of Tears"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an account of the Bank War, looking at the event as a political struggle between U.S. President Andrew Jackson who sought to do away with the Second Bank of the United States, and Nicholas Biddle, president of the bank.

Contains biographies of Andrew Jackson and Henry Clay, describes their opposing attitudes regarding democracy and economic development in America, and presents twenty-five primary documents.

Describes Andrew Jackson's actions during the War of 1812 and the Trail of Tears.

A biography of Andrew Jackson, discussing his early life, his role in the Revolutionary War, his leadership during the Battle of New Orleans in the War of 1812, and his tenure as the seventh president of the United States.

A beautiful, proud white horse carries General Andrew Jackson in the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812.

A biography of Andrew Jackson, president of the United States from 1829 to 1837, revealing details of his political, personal, and military life.