Articles related to "Martin Van Buren"
The Life of Martin Van Buren
Born to a Dutch farmer and tavern-keeper in 1782, President Martin Van Buren's fastidious appearance belied his humble origins in Kinderhook, New York.
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Born to a Dutch farmer and tavern-keeper in 1782, President Martin Van Buren's fastidious appearance belied his humble origins in Kinderhook, New York.
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The Life of Andrew Jackson
More than virtually any other previous President, Andrew Jackson was elected on the popular vote and as a result saw himself as the representative of the people.
the life of andrew jackson • old hickory • andrew jackson old hickory • andrew jackson's early years • andrew jackson south carolina
More than virtually any other previous President, Andrew Jackson was elected on the popular vote and as a result saw himself as the representative of the people.
the life of andrew jackson • old hickory • andrew jackson old hickory • andrew jackson's early years • andrew jackson south carolina
Eighth President Martin Van Buren
A brief outline of Martin Van Buren's early life in Kinderhook, New York, with photos of his home.
martin van buren • eighth president • red fox of kinderhook • republican • thomas jefferson
A brief outline of Martin Van Buren's early life in Kinderhook, New York, with photos of his home.
martin van buren • eighth president • red fox of kinderhook • republican • thomas jefferson
President Martin Van Buren
The seventh president of the United States, Martin Van Buren, continued the policies of his predecessor, Andrew Jackson, in banking, indian removal, and slavery.
martin van buren • little magician • jacksonian • independent treasury • trail of tears
The seventh president of the United States, Martin Van Buren, continued the policies of his predecessor, Andrew Jackson, in banking, indian removal, and slavery.
martin van buren • little magician • jacksonian • independent treasury • trail of tears
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.
martin van buren • panic of 1837 • american depression • economic recession • trail of tears
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.
martin van buren • panic of 1837 • american depression • economic recession • trail of tears
Angelica Singleton Van Buren
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was a widower with four sons. The eldest "Van Buren Boy," Abraham, married Angelica Singleton, who became a substitute First Lady.
angelica singleton van buren • popular substitute first lady • eighth president martin van buren • abraham van buren • van buren boys
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was a widower with four sons. The eldest "Van Buren Boy," Abraham, married Angelica Singleton, who became a substitute First Lady.
angelica singleton van buren • popular substitute first lady • eighth president martin van buren • abraham van buren • van buren boys
ANDREW JACKSON AND THE EATON AFFAIR: A NATIONAL SOAP OPERA
A social dispute over one woman's virtue brought down the entire government. Never mind Clinton and company, this was a real scandal.
andrew jackson • martin van buren • peggy eaton • john eaton • timberlake
A social dispute over one woman's virtue brought down the entire government. Never mind Clinton and company, this was a real scandal.
andrew jackson • martin van buren • peggy eaton • john eaton • timberlake
Hannah Van Buren
When eighth president Martin Van Buren was elected in 1836, he had been a widower for almost 20 years. His wife, Hannah, was the most obscure of all the First Ladies.
hannah van buren • martin van buren • obscure first lady • eighth president • red fox of kinderhook
When eighth president Martin Van Buren was elected in 1836, he had been a widower for almost 20 years. His wife, Hannah, was the most obscure of all the First Ladies.
hannah van buren • martin van buren • obscure first lady • eighth president • red fox of kinderhook
Solving the Aroostook War
The border between Maine and New Brunswick was a hot-button issue during the first half of the nineteenth century between England and the U.S.
aroostook war • webster ashburton treaty • lumberjack war • franklin map • american canadian border
The border between Maine and New Brunswick was a hot-button issue during the first half of the nineteenth century between England and the U.S.
aroostook war • webster ashburton treaty • lumberjack war • franklin map • american canadian border
The Panic of 1837
There are many factors which contributed to the financial panic which took place during the Presidency of Martin Van Buren, all of which led to an economic depression.
the panic of 1837 • martin van buren • economic recession • american depression • andrew jackson
There are many factors which contributed to the financial panic which took place during the Presidency of Martin Van Buren, all of which led to an economic depression.
the panic of 1837 • martin van buren • economic recession • american depression • andrew jackson
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,
andrew jackson • jacksonian democrats • john quincy adams • history of the presidency • election of 1828
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,
andrew jackson • jacksonian democrats • john quincy adams • history of the presidency • election of 1828
The Van Buren Boys
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was the father of four sons. "The Van Buren Boys" would grow into four very different men.
van buren boys • four diverse brothers • sons of martin van buren • eighth president • political dynasty
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was the father of four sons. "The Van Buren Boys" would grow into four very different men.
van buren boys • four diverse brothers • sons of martin van buren • eighth president • political dynasty
Year of Three American Presidents
Following the election of 1840, Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler each were briefly the American President.
election of 1840 • panic of 1837 • 1841 three presidents • martin van buren • william henry harrison
Following the election of 1840, Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler each were briefly the American President.
election of 1840 • panic of 1837 • 1841 three presidents • martin van buren • william henry harrison
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.
whig • democrat • democratic • harrison • tyler
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.
whig • democrat • democratic • harrison • tyler
IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED......
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
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Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
THE PRESIDENT'S LADY: HANNAH HOES VAN BUREN
Hannah Hoes Van Buren never served as First Lady, but she was the first and only true love of Martin Van Buren, 8th President of the United States. Without ever living in the White House, she had an influence on it through her husband and sons. Learn about the tragic life of this shy, charming lady.
first lady • president • van buren • white house • democratic
Hannah Hoes Van Buren never served as First Lady, but she was the first and only true love of Martin Van Buren, 8th President of the United States. Without ever living in the White House, she had an influence on it through her husband and sons. Learn about the tragic life of this shy, charming lady.
first lady • president • van buren • white house • democratic
Amos Kendall of the Kitchen Cabinet
Amos Kendall was a key advisor in Andrew Jackson's Kitchen Cabinet and a key figure in the development of communications in the nineteenth century.
amos kendall • kitchen cabinet • andrew jackson • bank war • postmaster general
Amos Kendall was a key advisor in Andrew Jackson's Kitchen Cabinet and a key figure in the development of communications in the nineteenth century.
amos kendall • kitchen cabinet • andrew jackson • bank war • postmaster general
Anna Swan: Part Two
In 1846, the towns of Pictou and Truro Nova Scotia were abuzz with news of a giant baby. The rumors were true. On August 6, 1846, Ann Swan, wife of Alexander Swan gave birth to a baby that weighed 18 lbs.
anna swan • nova scotia • canada • giantess • mary alward
In 1846, the towns of Pictou and Truro Nova Scotia were abuzz with news of a giant baby. The rumors were true. On August 6, 1846, Ann Swan, wife of Alexander Swan gave birth to a baby that weighed 18 lbs.
anna swan • nova scotia • canada • giantess • mary alward
Democrat George Bancroft
George Bancroft, better known as a preeminent historian in the 1800's, got actively involved in politics of the Jacksonian era and beyond.
george bancroft • democrat • nineteenth century historian • jacksonian • james k. polk
George Bancroft, better known as a preeminent historian in the 1800's, got actively involved in politics of the Jacksonian era and beyond.
george bancroft • democrat • nineteenth century historian • jacksonian • james k. polk
President William Henry Harrison
William Henry Harrison did not last long as President, but prior to that he was a war hero and one of America's most prolific politicians.
william henry harrison • northwest territory • john adams • indiana territory • martin van buren
William Henry Harrison did not last long as President, but prior to that he was a war hero and one of America's most prolific politicians.
william henry harrison • northwest territory • john adams • indiana territory • martin van buren
Presidential Trivia - Old and New
Collectors of presidential trivia are watching every word and action of 2008 presidential candidates as they march towards the White House.
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Collectors of presidential trivia are watching every word and action of 2008 presidential candidates as they march towards the White House.
presidential trivia • 2008 presidential candidates • white house • race • senator hillary rodham clinton
The Long Pursuit by Roy Morris, Jr.
This book by Roy Morris, Jr. is a unique take on the political career of Lincoln, which was greatly influenced by Douglas.
the long pursuit • roy morris jr. • abraham lincoln • stephen douglas • jacksonian
This book by Roy Morris, Jr. is a unique take on the political career of Lincoln, which was greatly influenced by Douglas.
the long pursuit • roy morris jr. • abraham lincoln • stephen douglas • jacksonian
The Petticoat Affair
The scandalous history of Peggy Eaton caused the cabinet of President Andrew Jackson to fall apart, thus furthering the Jackson-Calhoun split and delaying the Civil War.
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The scandalous history of Peggy Eaton caused the cabinet of President Andrew Jackson to fall apart, thus furthering the Jackson-Calhoun split and delaying the Civil War.
peggy eaton and the petticoat affair • andrew jackson dismissed cabinet • andrew jackson and martin van buren • andrew jackson and john c. calhoun • president andrew jackson's secretary of war john e
THE VICE PRESIDENT: MORE IMPORTANT THAN WE THINK?
More than a third of all Vice Presidents have become President. This alone makes the selection of this person very important. Learn who has moved up, and why we should take this person a little more seriously in the future.
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More than a third of all Vice Presidents have become President. This alone makes the selection of this person very important. Learn who has moved up, and why we should take this person a little more seriously in the future.
president • vice president • john adams • thomas jefferson • martin van buren
PRESIDENTIAL RATING POLLS
Presidential rating polls are a regular part of election year activities. Look at a couple of polls and see how your opinions compare to the "experts."
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Presidential rating polls are a regular part of election year activities. Look at a couple of polls and see how your opinions compare to the "experts."
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The 1848 Election, Slavery, and the New Congress
The 1848 national election may have laid the groundwork for a decade of growing division between the North and the South through the issue of the extension of slavery.
election of 1848 • zachary taylor and lewis cass • birth of the free soil party • issues of the 1848 presidential election • candidates in 1848
The 1848 national election may have laid the groundwork for a decade of growing division between the North and the South through the issue of the extension of slavery.
election of 1848 • zachary taylor and lewis cass • birth of the free soil party • issues of the 1848 presidential election • candidates in 1848
THE FREE SOIL CAMPAIGN OF 1848
This past election was not the first time a "third party" candidate changed the outcome of the election. It happened over one hundred and fifty years ago. See how the Barnburners burned the Democratic Party before the Civil War.
van buren • lewis cass • senator • president • vice president
This past election was not the first time a "third party" candidate changed the outcome of the election. It happened over one hundred and fifty years ago. See how the Barnburners burned the Democratic Party before the Civil War.
van buren • lewis cass • senator • president • vice president
THIRD PARTIES: THE FREE SOIL PARTY, PART I
There have been a number of "third parties" in our history, but few have had any impact or effect on our history. The Free Soil Party never won a national election, but they did change the outcome of one and the course of our history.
free soil • democratic • democrat • republican • whig
There have been a number of "third parties" in our history, but few have had any impact or effect on our history. The Free Soil Party never won a national election, but they did change the outcome of one and the course of our history.
free soil • democratic • democrat • republican • whig
WHEN NO ONE WON: RICHARD MENTOR JOHNSON, PART II
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
Presidential Fun Facts
From Washington to Obama, the most powerful men in the United States aren't superheroes. They've had their quirks and though great, ultimately remained just that - men.
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From Washington to Obama, the most powerful men in the United States aren't superheroes. They've had their quirks and though great, ultimately remained just that - men.
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HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART IV
Henry Clay had his final chance at the White House in 1844, and lost in a close race. His fluctuating position on Texas probably cost him the election. He continued to serve his country with perhaps his greatest contribution, the Compromise of 1850. This was Clay's greatest accomplishment and saved the Union.
clay • polk • taylor • van buren • decmorat
Henry Clay had his final chance at the White House in 1844, and lost in a close race. His fluctuating position on Texas probably cost him the election. He continued to serve his country with perhaps his greatest contribution, the Compromise of 1850. This was Clay's greatest accomplishment and saved the Union.
clay • polk • taylor • van buren • decmorat
LIFE AFTER THE WHITE HOUSE, PART II
In this second article in the series, we continue to examine what each President did after they left the White House. This time we cover Presidents Jackson through Buchanan.
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In this second article in the series, we continue to examine what each President did after they left the White House. This time we cover Presidents Jackson through Buchanan.
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Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright (Part I)
Silar Wright turned down more major offices than most politicians ever win election to in their entire careers. He was offered cabinets posts, the governorship of New York, a seat in the U.S. Senate, the Vice Presidency and the Presidency. Learn why he refused so many positions.
wright • van buren • albany regency • democratic • republican
Silar Wright turned down more major offices than most politicians ever win election to in their entire careers. He was offered cabinets posts, the governorship of New York, a seat in the U.S. Senate, the Vice Presidency and the Presidency. Learn why he refused so many positions.
wright • van buren • albany regency • democratic • republican
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
james k polk • american presidents • best presidents in us history • annexation of texas • mexican american war
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
james k polk • american presidents • best presidents in us history • annexation of texas • mexican american war
The Life of James K Polk
James K Polk was the first dark horse President and the last strong President until the American Civil War.
the life of james k polk • the first dark horse president • james k polk dark horse president • james k polk civil war • james k polk's early life
James K Polk was the first dark horse President and the last strong President until the American Civil War.
the life of james k polk • the first dark horse president • james k polk dark horse president • james k polk civil war • james k polk's early life
The Life of William Henry Harrison
Born in Berkeley, Virginia in 1773, William Henry Harrison was the son of a Virginia planter.
the life of william henry harrison • the first president to die in office • william henry harrison army • william henry harrison • campaigns against indians
Born in Berkeley, Virginia in 1773, William Henry Harrison was the son of a Virginia planter.
the life of william henry harrison • the first president to die in office • william henry harrison army • william henry harrison • campaigns against indians
American Presidents
This article will help students to learn the names and order and dates of office of American Presidents, as well as facts about the office of President.
american presidents • election process • united states presidents • presidents of united states • election
This article will help students to learn the names and order and dates of office of American Presidents, as well as facts about the office of President.
american presidents • election process • united states presidents • presidents of united states • election
College Education and American Presidents
Most American Presidents received college degrees from predominantly Northeastern institutions like Harvard, but several never attended or dropped out.
college education and american presidents • presidents that dropped out of college • presidents never attending college • presidents that attended harvard • where presidents went to school
Most American Presidents received college degrees from predominantly Northeastern institutions like Harvard, but several never attended or dropped out.
college education and american presidents • presidents that dropped out of college • presidents never attending college • presidents that attended harvard • where presidents went to school
How President George W. Bush Will Leave Office
The only no-frills event amid all the ceremonial extravagance of President-elect Barack Obama's historic inauguration will be the final exit of President George W. Bush.
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The only no-frills event amid all the ceremonial extravagance of President-elect Barack Obama's historic inauguration will be the final exit of President George W. Bush.
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London Churches - St. Martin-in-the-Fields
St. Martin-in-the-Fields is in the heart of London with famous neighbours like the National Gallery and Trafalgar Square. It is one of the city's most popular churches.
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St. Martin-in-the-Fields is in the heart of London with famous neighbours like the National Gallery and Trafalgar Square. It is one of the city's most popular churches.
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Polk by Walter R. Borneman
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
Presidential $1 Coin Program
Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren are the last two presidents to be commemorated in 2008 as part of the U.S. Mint's Presidential $1 Coin Campaign
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Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren are the last two presidents to be commemorated in 2008 as part of the U.S. Mint's Presidential $1 Coin Campaign
presidential $1 coin program • presidential coin design • presidential coin release schedule • the presidential $1 coin act • finding presidential $1 coins
Review of Jon Meacham's American Lion
If people exchanged gifts for President's Day, this biography of Andrew Jackson would be at the top of everyone's list. Jackson's story offers brilliant winter reading.
andrew jackson american lion • jon meacham • andrew jackson war hero • andrew jackson family man • andrew jackson president
If people exchanged gifts for President's Day, this biography of Andrew Jackson would be at the top of everyone's list. Jackson's story offers brilliant winter reading.
andrew jackson american lion • jon meacham • andrew jackson war hero • andrew jackson family man • andrew jackson president
Role of the United States Senate
The primary role of the US Senate is to slow the process of legislation through inquiry, hearings, and debate while at the same time providing advice and consent.
united states senate • duties of the senate • advice and consent • treaty ratification • why term limits are a bad idea
The primary role of the US Senate is to slow the process of legislation through inquiry, hearings, and debate while at the same time providing advice and consent.
united states senate • duties of the senate • advice and consent • treaty ratification • why term limits are a bad idea
The Ascent of John Tyler
John Tyler, though a Jeffersonian Republican and ardent Democrat, became the second Whig President after William Henry Harrison's death.
john tyler • vice president history • william henry harrison • election of 1840 • whig party
John Tyler, though a Jeffersonian Republican and ardent Democrat, became the second Whig President after William Henry Harrison's death.
john tyler • vice president history • william henry harrison • election of 1840 • whig party
The Great Secretaries of State
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
Some of the greatest figures of American history have held the top Cabinet position of Secretary of State. For some it was a stepping stone; for others a frustration.
secretaries of state • presidential aspirants • stepping stone to presidency • great accomplishments as secretary of state • thomas jefferson
The Life of Zachary Taylor
Years before the outbreak of the Civil War, Northerners and Southerners were sharply divided over whether the territories taken from Mexico should be opened to slavery.
the civil war • causes of the civil war • history of the civil war • main causes of the civil war • when the civil war was
Years before the outbreak of the Civil War, Northerners and Southerners were sharply divided over whether the territories taken from Mexico should be opened to slavery.
the civil war • causes of the civil war • history of the civil war • main causes of the civil war • when the civil war was
Abraham van Deusen Early New Amsterdam Leader
Abraham van Deusen was New Amsterdam's first mill owner and served on a counsel advising the New Netherland Colony's Director General.
abraham van deusen • van deusen family • van deusen owned first mill • new amsterdam mill owner • dutch colonist
Abraham van Deusen was New Amsterdam's first mill owner and served on a counsel advising the New Netherland Colony's Director General.
abraham van deusen • van deusen family • van deusen owned first mill • new amsterdam mill owner • dutch colonist
American Presidents' Religious Affiliations
Forty-five percent of American Presidents were either Presbyterian or Episcopalian. Other faith traditions included evangelical churches, Deists, and one Catholic.
religious affiliations of american presidents • protestant denominations of us presidents • church membership of us presidents • presidents without church membership • episcopalian presidents;presbyterian presidents
Forty-five percent of American Presidents were either Presbyterian or Episcopalian. Other faith traditions included evangelical churches, Deists, and one Catholic.
religious affiliations of american presidents • protestant denominations of us presidents • church membership of us presidents • presidents without church membership • episcopalian presidents;presbyterian presidents
Funny, Ironic Wise Quotes From U.S. Presidents
The President of the United States may be the most powerful man in the world, but he is also human. Check out some of the funniest, revealing and most ironic quotes.
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The President of the United States may be the most powerful man in the world, but he is also human. Check out some of the funniest, revealing and most ironic quotes.
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