The Age of Jackson
Video: "America's Common Man"
Rise to Prominence
A hero from the War of 1812 (Battle of New Orleans), Gen. Andrew Jackson was a self-made man who appealed to the "common man" of American voters. Jackson's supporters built a new political party named the Democratic Party that represented the poor, farmers and the workers of American society.
Jackson's Campaign and Inauguration
Art Analysis: Carefully examine the two paintings above. What can you infer from these artistic interpretations of Andrew Jackson's campaign and inauguration?
Jackson's Presidency Overview
Jacksonian Democracy
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