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Andrew Jackson’s life and Presidency

Explore the background, military achievements, nicknames, and political climate of Andrew Jackson, the 7th President of the United States. Learn about his presidency, including his use of veto power, the kitchen cabinet, the spoils system, the bank war, and Indian removal.

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Andrew Jackson’s life and Presidency

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  1. Andrew Jackson’s life and Presidency United States History

  2. Must Do: • Write down one word that you would use to describe the boy below and explain why: “At age 13, he joined the Patriots but was captured by the British. When a British officer ordered the young prisoner to clean his boots, the boy refused.”

  3. Andrew Jackson- Background • Born in a log cabin on the frontier • His parents were immigrants from Ireland • They died by the time he was 15 • He grew up tough

  4. A Military Man • Joined American Revolution at age of 13 • Creek War Victory • Indian battle during the War of 1812 • War of 1812 • Victory at Battle of New Orleans • 1818 Seminole Victories • Helped regain Florida

  5. Nicknames for Jackson • “Old Hickory” • Given to him by soldiers he commanded • Meant he was as tough as the wood on a hickory tree • “King Jackson” • Given to him by his political opponents • They thought he was trying to take over the country • “Sharp Knife” • Given by Native Americans • He was ruthless in dealing with them

  6. As voting membership increased to include all white males, participation in local, regional, and national politics increased. Political discussion rallies, and organized groups ushered in a new political climate in the country. “Corrupt Bargain” John Quincy Adams, (N) Democratic Republican Andrew Jackson, (W) Democratic Republican Henry Clay (W), Democratic Republican William H. Crawford (S) Democratic Republican Election of 1824

  7. Voting Requirements in the Early 19c

  8. Voter Turnout: 1820 - 1860

  9. The Reign of “King Mob”

  10. Read Andrew Jackson’s First Inaugural Address to the country and outline his primary goals as president. Executive Control Veto Power “Kitchen Cabinet” Spoils System Bank War Nullification Indian Removal Jackson’s Presidency1828-1836

  11. 1828 Election Results

  12. Veto Power • Jackson viewed his presidency as representing the interest of the common man and using his executive power he used the veto more than all the presidents combined prior to his tenure.

  13. Kitchen Cabinet Daniel Webster John C. Calhoun • Jackson relied heavily on the advice and counsel of his friends from Tennessee and the West, rather than eliciting advice from his legally appointed Cabinet members

  14. Indian RemovalTrail of Tears, 1830 "What good man would prefer a country covered with forest and ranged by a few thousand savages to our extensive republic, studded with cities, towns and prosperous farms and filled with all the blessings of liberty, civilization and religion?“ ~Andrew Jackson

  15. Indian Removal • Jackson’s Goal? • 1830 Indian Removal Act • Cherokee Nation v. GA(1831)* “domestic dependent nation” • Worcester v. GA(1832) • Jackson:John Marshall has made his decision, now let him enforce it!

  16. Final Evaluation • Based on the Power Point Presentation, documents, and background knowledge you have on Andrew Jackson rate the man, his ideologies, and his Presidency. Rate Jackson using complete sentences, details, analysis, and evidence.

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