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Battle of New Orleans
In 1815, Jackson spent several years fighting Native American Indians so we could have more land in Georgia and Florida. -
Election of 1824
Jackson & supporters spent the next 4 years campaigning for the presidency by introducing campagning tactics like popular rallies, parades & nominating convections. -
Nullification Crisis
In 1828 Vice President Calhoun claimed that statea could nullify federal laws if it is in the states best interest. Jackson disagreed if state could nullify any law it would be considered unnconstitutional to the governments power. He feared it could destory the Union. -
Election of 1828
In 1828, Jackson was elected as president. -
Jacksonian Democracy
During his presidency, Jackson wanted a government for the people by ordinary people. He was called The Common Man because his supporters were farmers and laborers. -
Spoils System
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Jacksons Battle on Bank
Jackson felt that the national bank gave too much power to one President of the Bank and is corrupt and unethical. -
Indian Removal Act
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Worcester v. Georgia
In 1832, Cherokee claimed that they were an "independent nation" protected by treaty. The Cherokee asked the Supreme Court to uphold the treaty that gave them land. John Marshall agreeded with the Cherokee but Jackson simply ignored the ruling. -
Trail of Tears
Due to the Indian Removal Act, the Cherokee and the other 4 civilized trides were forced to march 800 miles to Indian Territory.
