Andrew Jackson
By Montrice
Introduction
Andrew Jackson was one of the most important people in history. Born in a rough-and-tumble world,and always standing up to bullies.Going to war at the age of 13 was something Jackson chose to do with a hatred of the British. Jackson still lived a very truthful and fulfilling life. I'm sure Jackson had to have been immortal to survive so many bullets.
Childhood
Andrew attended an academy then was later sent to a boarding school, he had mildly been recalled with a Scotch-Irish temper by bullies. Andrew had a lot of energy and anger inside and stood up for his rights throughout his childhood. Andrew had also been a very aggressive fighter. He also had a hatred towards Great Britain. So, at age 13 in 1780 he attended America's Revolutionary War against Great Britain.
Early life
Andrew almost lost his life in the Seven years war. His main goal was to defeat the British. He almost got his whole life taken away just from a slash in the throat when a British officer told him to clean his boots. Andrew's brother died of smallpox. Andrew was dedicated to bringing the British down until death.
Lifetime
Jackson was later inaugurated as president,but that is not all. In 1800 Jackson's reputation spread across Tennessee. Andrew was also a lawyer 1796-1800 as Tennessee's first congressman. Jackson has always had a pain from having a bloody duel with Charles Dickinson, and in the end won. Andrew made it through his life with multiple bullets shot at him, and fought in the battle of New Orleans with a crew made up of pirates and bandits. Andrew Jackson is now recalled with "He's as tough as old hickory ".
Conclusion
Andrew was an important man of American history, with his Scotch-Irish American pride, Jackson made it through a life of danger. He lived his childhood in a rough and tumble period of time. And lived on with a burning hatred for the people who try to take over his beloved country. He had lived his life with a blaze of fierceness and bravery in his heart,ready to implode. Overall, Jackson has been loved and hated, trusted and betrayed, and with those many experiences, Jackson became one of the most remarkable figures in American history.
Sources
Websites :
Books:
1. Old Hickory: Andrew Jackson and the American people
By: Albert Marrin
2. Profiles in American History
By: Joyce Moss and George Wilson
3. Presidents
By: World Book
Glossary
1. Scotch-Irish- of, relating to, or descended from Scottish settlers in Northern Ireland
2. rough and tumble- very competitive and aggressive
3. Immortal- exempt from death