Andrew Jackson

The War of 1812: A Contested Victory

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The War of 1812: A Contested Victory

The year is 1812. A young United States, still finding its footing on the world stage, found itself once again at odds with its former colonial master, Great Britain. This wasn’t a clash born of a single spark, but rather a slow burn fueled by maritime grievances, territorial ambitions, and a deep-seated sense of national … Read more

The Unexpected Triumph at Chalmette: How New Orleans Secured American Identity

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Battle of New Orleans: Jackson's Triumph and American Identity

The year is 1815. The air in America hangs heavy with uncertainty. The War of 1812, a conflict many had deemed unnecessary, is drawing to a confused close. In Europe, Napoleon’s star was fading, and a peace treaty, the Treaty of Ghent, had actually been signed on December 24th, 1814. Yet, across the Atlantic, the … Read more