JACKSONIAN DEMOCRACY 1825 1850
AGE OF THE COMMON MAN
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ended British influence in the Northwest
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caused the Creek to give up much of their land to the United States
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resulted in the burning of many capital buildings
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made Andrew Jackson a national hero
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Detailed explanation-1: -5. Why was the early fighting in the Battle of New Orleans considered a strategic military victory, even though it was a tactical defeat? It allowed Jackson time to build earthworks and defenses to hold off a superior force. It led to Andrew Jackson’s becoming a popular American hero.
Detailed explanation-2: -Jackson, The War Hero As a general, Andrew Jackson made quick, decisive actions to take the War of 1812 into his own hands, even if his troops were the underdogs. In doing so, he surprisingly defended New Orleans against a full-scale attack by the British, forcing them to withdraw from Louisiana.
Detailed explanation-3: -The American victory in the Gulf region forced the British to recognize United States claims to Louisiana and West Florida and to ratify the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the war. The Battle of New Orleans also marked the state’s political incorporation into the Union.
Detailed explanation-4: -Jackson’s string of military success, despite the obstacles he faced, the poor results of other military leaders during the War of 1812 and his stunning victory at New Orleans made him a celebrated national hero, revered above all others except George Washington.
Detailed explanation-5: -A major general in the War of 1812, Jackson became a national hero when he defeated the British at New Orleans.