USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Andrew Jackson was the seventh President of the United States from 1829 to 1837, seeking to act as the direct representative of the common man. More nearly than any of his predecessors, Andrew Jackson was elected by popular vote; as President he sought to act as the direct representative of the common man.

Detailed explanation-2: -How did Andrew Jackson become famous? As leader of the Tennessee militia, during the War of 1812 Andrew Jackson decisively defeated the Creek Indians (allied with the British). His heroic defeat of the British in the Battle of New Orleans cemented his reputation as a war hero.

Detailed explanation-3: -Martin Van Buren was the eighth President of the United States (1837-1841), after serving as the eighth Vice President and the tenth Secretary of State, both under President Andrew Jackson.

Detailed explanation-4: -He became a democratic symbol and founder of the Democratic Party, the country’s most venerable political organization. During his two-term presidency, he expanded executive powers and transformed the President’s role from chief administrator to popular tribune.

Detailed explanation-5: -The biography for President Pierce and past presidents is courtesy of the White House Historical Association. Franklin Pierce became 14th President of the United States at a time of apparent tranquility (1853-1857).