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Andrew Jackson's Early Politics
Andrew Jackson was surely one of the most controversial of all of America's first Presidents. From a war hero to a frontier lawyer to President, his story is fascinating
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The Presidency of Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson was a polarizing figure in the history of American politics. He was a strong and capable leader with a violent tempor and a very clear vision of America,
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JOHN TYLER'S PRESIDENTIAL PRECEDENT
John Tyler set the pattern for Vice-Presidents who assume the top spot when the elected President dies in office. It wasn't easy, and the nation owes him a debt of gratitude for his determination.
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The True End of the Oregon Trail
Rich in pioneer history, Oregon City was the first incorporated city west of the Mississippi, became capital of the Oregon Territory, and offers many unique attractions.
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A TALE OF TWO TICKETS, PART I
In 1840, The Whigs placed a Democrat on the ticket to attract more votes. They won the election, but soon regretted their choice. Read to learn what went wrong in the first of two such mixed tickets.
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The Politics of James K. Polk
James K. Polk entered the office of the President as heir apparent to Andrew Jackson's Democratic party after the miserable failure of the Whigs under William Henry Harri
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The Politics of Martin Van Buren
Martin Van Buren, as President of the United States, played a key role in establishing the Jacksonian Democratic party and in creating the second American party system.
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