Andrew Jackson/Alicia Harris

  • Jacksons' Birth

    Jacksons' Birth

    He was born in the Waxhaws area between North and South Carolina.
  • Jackson Enlists in Revolutionary Army

    Jackson Enlists in Revolutionary Army

    Jackson joined the army at age 13 along with his brother.
  • Battle of Horseshoe Bend

    Battle of Horseshoe Bend

    Jackson helped end the Creek War by the victory of this war.
  • Battle of New Orleans

    Battle of New Orleans

    Jackson was known as a hero for winning this war, which helped him win his presidency.
  • Election of 1824

    Election of 1824

    Jackson won this election, but was very close to losing by Adams.
  • Election of 1828

    Election of 1828

    Jackson won the election for president over Adams from electoral and popular vote.
  • Indian Removal Act

    Indian Removal Act

    Jackson removed the Indians from Mississippi and the western part of Alabama.
  • Bank War

    Bank War

    He disliked the Bank so much because he believed it was too powerful and vowed that he would kill it.
  • Worcester v. Ga

    Worcester v. Ga

    Jackson supported Georgia's decision to take control over the Indians through this time.
  • Nullification Crisis

    Nullification Crisis

    Jackson has the option to secede or nullify South Carolina's threat.