USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Andrew Jackson’s hastily assembled army won the day against a battle-hardened and numerically superior British force. The resounding American victory at the Battle of New Orleans soon became a symbol of American democracy triumphing over the old European ideas of aristocracy and entitlement.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Gold Rush took place in California from 1848-1855 after gold was discovered by carpenter James W Marshall in a Californian river. The secret then got out that gold was found in California, which led lots of people to move to the west coast of America to find their fortune.

Detailed explanation-3: -A major general in the War of 1812, Jackson became a national hero when he defeated the British at New Orleans. In 1824 some state political factions rallied around Jackson; by 1828 enough had joined “Old Hickory” to win numerous state elections and control of the Federal administration in Washington.

Detailed explanation-4: -What was the significance of this battle? America’s victory boosted American pride and the Star Spangled Banner was created.