Information about Jackson's home near Nashville, Tennessee, and about visiting there.
The closing of the US Bank was arguably the most controversial action ever undertaken by a US President up to that time. This site presents Jackson's essay explaining his reasons for doing so.
USA-project, presidents-area, A Biography of Andrew Jackson by Hal Morris. Includes both inaugural addresses and all eight State of the Nation addresses.
Official White House biography and fun facts.
Biographical sketch includes information on Jackson's role in the War of 1812, as a congressman, a U.S. senator, a judge on the Tennessee Supreme Court, and as president.
An in-depth look at both the myths of this commoner-turned-president and the man himself. Examines Jackson's role in society, his public image, his words, and the way in which he has been remembered.
Biographical essay about President Andrew Jackson, with emphasis on his religious background and faith.
Well written and researched, the site includes an analysis of the Indian Removal Act of 1830 as well as sections of Jackson's speeches and writings related to this subject.
Focuses on Jackson's love affair with Rachel Donelson. Their story is told via their letters which are reproduced with original grammar and syntax. Also included are hilites of Nashville in the early 1800s, Rachel's death and its effect on Jackson.
Official National Park Service site commemorating the battle in 1814 between Colonel Andrew Jackson and the Creek Indian nation in what is now modern day Alabama. Includes maps of the battle area, narrative of the battle and links to related historical information.
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