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The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson
Information about Jackson's home near Nashville, Tennessee, and about visiting there.
www.thehermitage.com
Why The United States Bank Was Closed
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.
www.lexrex.com
USA: A biography of Andrew Jackson 1767 - 1845
USA-project, presidents-area, A Biography of Andrew Jackson by Hal Morris. Includes both inaugural addresses and all eight State of the Nation addresses.
odur.let.rug.nl
Official White House biography and fun facts.
www.whitehouse.gov
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.
statelibrary.dcr.state.nc.us
Andrew Jackson: Champion of the Kingly Commons
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.
xroads.virginia.edu
Andrew Jackson: A Quiet Presbyterian
Biographical essay about President Andrew Jackson, with emphasis on his religious background and faith.
www.synodoflivingwaters.com
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.
www.synaptic.bc.ca
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.
www.wnpt.net
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
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.
www.nps.gov
Provides information about the 360-acre park in Lancaster, South Carolina, which was created as a memorial to the seventh President of the United States.
www.discoversouthcarolina.com
MSN Encarta Encyclopedia - Jackson, Andrew
Overview of Jackson's life, political career and legacy.
encarta.msn.com
The Battle of Horseshoe Bend: Collision of Cultures
The Battle of Horseshoe Bend (1814) was critical to Jackson's career and the resolution of the "indian problem."
www.cr.nps.gov
Medical History of President Andrew Jackson
An overview of Jackson's various injuries, wounds and illnesses as documented by witnesses and doctors.
www.doctorzebra.com
Provides a biography of the American President Andrew Jackson. Includes his portrait and a list of his Supreme Court appointments.
www.usa-presidents.info