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Andrew Jackson's Birth
Andrew Jackson was born in the Waxhaws Region. -
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Andrew Jackson
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Jackson enlists in Revolutionary Army
Jackson joins the Revolutionary Army at the age of 13. He fights for the U.S. -
Battle of Horseshoe Bend
He fought against the Natives during the War of 1812. Became a famous hero in U.S. -
Battle of New Orleans
The final and most bloodist battle during War of 1812. Jackson led the U.S. Army to victory. -
Election of 1824
John Quincy Adamsis was elected through sneaky tactics. Jackson called it the "Corrupt Bargain". -
Election of 1828
John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson went against each other. Jackson won by landslide and became President. -
Indian Removal Act
Andrew Jackson passed the law to move the Indians to the west. Became known as "The Trail of Tears". -
Worcester V. Geogia
Samuel Worcester argues that Cherokees should have their rights. -
Nullification Crisis
South Carolina passes the Nullfication Acts to nullify Jackson's expensive tarrif. Resolved by lowering the tarrif, but givng President more powers. -
Bank War
Jackson vetos the charter to renew the Second Bank of the United States.
