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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.
the life of martin van buren • martin van buren and andrew jackson • albany regency • martin van buren albany regency • martin van buren secretary of state
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
WHEN NO ONE WON: RICHARD MENTOR JOHNSON, PART III
Richard Mentor Johnson changed during his Vice Presidency, and his career ended as a result. His "domestic relations" continued to cause controversy, and he played no part in the Van Buren administration. In the end, his mental and physical health deteriorated, but he still won election to the state legislature.
johnson • harrison • van buren • jackson • tyler
Richard Mentor Johnson changed during his Vice Presidency, and his career ended as a result. His "domestic relations" continued to cause controversy, and he played no part in the Van Buren administration. In the end, his mental and physical health deteriorated, but he still won election to the state legislature.
johnson • harrison • van buren • jackson • tyler
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.
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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
Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright, Part III
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
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
Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright, Part II
Silas Wright relunctantly agreed to enter the U.S. Senate, but did not like the controversy. He supported President Jackson and fought against the Bank of the United States. He did not want to be re-elected but felt obligated to accept another term, a decision he regretted.
wright • jackson • van buren • democrat • democratic
Silas Wright relunctantly agreed to enter the U.S. Senate, but did not like the controversy. He supported President Jackson and fought against the Bank of the United States. He did not want to be re-elected but felt obligated to accept another term, a decision he regretted.
wright • jackson • van buren • democrat • democratic
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
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.
jackson • van buren • harrison • tyler • polk
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
HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART III
Henry Clay became the leader of the opposition to Jackson and the Democratic Party. In 1840, with his party almost guaranteed to win, he was denied the nomination. He got the nomination in 1844. While in the Senate, he crafted another Great Compomise which avoided armed conflict over the tariff issue and nullification.
clay • jackson • van buren • national republican • whig
Henry Clay became the leader of the opposition to Jackson and the Democratic Party. In 1840, with his party almost guaranteed to win, he was denied the nomination. He got the nomination in 1844. While in the Senate, he crafted another Great Compomise which avoided armed conflict over the tariff issue and nullification.
clay • jackson • van buren • national republican • whig
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.
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IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART II)
Most of the Presidents in the first half of the 19th century served in Congress. In some cases, their service in Congress was a stepping-stone to the White House. In this article, we will examine the records of Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James K. Polk and Millard Fillmore.
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Most of the Presidents in the first half of the 19th century served in Congress. In some cases, their service in Congress was a stepping-stone to the White House. In this article, we will examine the records of Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James K. Polk and Millard Fillmore.
president • congress • house • senate • representative
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 Greatest Eagles of All Time
From the Baker Bowl to Franklin Field and The Vet to Lincoln Financial Field, football in Philadelphia has a rich tradition comparable to many states.
philadelphia sports • nfl • eagles • mt. rushmore of sports • steve van buren
From the Baker Bowl to Franklin Field and The Vet to Lincoln Financial Field, football in Philadelphia has a rich tradition comparable to many states.
philadelphia sports • nfl • eagles • mt. rushmore of sports • steve van buren
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
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
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
FOR THE RECORD: PRESIDENTS IN UNIFORM, PART II
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
HOME STATE LOSERS
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
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.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
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
PRESIDENTIAL TRIVIA: OLD QUESTIONS, NEW ANSWERS
Many of the classic presidential trivia questions now have new answers, thanks to some of our recent presidents. This article will help you amaze your friends with your knowledge and help prevent you from being stumped.
president • vice president • impeachment • popular vote • trivia
Many of the classic presidential trivia questions now have new answers, thanks to some of our recent presidents. This article will help you amaze your friends with your knowledge and help prevent you from being stumped.
president • vice president • impeachment • popular vote • trivia
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 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
WHEN NO ONE WON: RICHARD MENTOR JOHNSON, PART I
Richard Mentor Johnson was the only Vice President selected by the Senate rather than the Electoral College. A successful politician from a southern slave state, he took a slave as his wife. Johnson stood out as controversial in a controversial era.
johnson • vice president • house • representatives • senate
Richard Mentor Johnson was the only Vice President selected by the Senate rather than the Electoral College. A successful politician from a southern slave state, he took a slave as his wife. Johnson stood out as controversial in a controversial era.
johnson • vice president • house • representatives • senate
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
YOU'RE FIRED!
Many people consider term limits necessary because of the unfair advantage enjoyed by incumbents. But many Presidents have been defeated when they ran for re-election. In this article, we will examine this group of ousted Presidents.
electoral college • electoral vote • popular vote • president • adams
Many people consider term limits necessary because of the unfair advantage enjoyed by incumbents. But many Presidents have been defeated when they ran for re-election. In this article, we will examine this group of ousted Presidents.
electoral college • electoral vote • popular vote • president • adams
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
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
Third Time's The Charm, Part I
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
Tombstone, Arizona
Tombstone, Arizona claims many famous and infamous persons such as Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Virgil and Morgan, as well as Doc John Holliday, John Behan, Ike Clanton, Tom and Frank McLaury, John Ringo, and Curly Bill Brocius.
tombstone • arizona • earp • wyatt • virgil
Tombstone, Arizona claims many famous and infamous persons such as Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Virgil and Morgan, as well as Doc John Holliday, John Behan, Ike Clanton, Tom and Frank McLaury, John Ringo, and Curly Bill Brocius.
tombstone • arizona • earp • wyatt • virgil
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
FIRST PETS, PART I
White House pets have included dogs, cats, birds, and more unusual animals such as alligators, zebras, hippos, lions, bobcats and wallabies. Read about these famous and infamous occupants of the White House.
first family • president • first lady • pets • washington
White House pets have included dogs, cats, birds, and more unusual animals such as alligators, zebras, hippos, lions, bobcats and wallabies. Read about these famous and infamous occupants of the White House.
first family • president • first lady • pets • washington
Law & Order Returns for Season 18 on NBC
Law & Order, the first series of the sucessful franchise, has returned to NBC for its 18th season. Dick Wolf's creation is a police procedural and courtroom drama.
law & order • dick wolf • new york city police • district attorney • sam aterson
Law & Order, the first series of the sucessful franchise, has returned to NBC for its 18th season. Dick Wolf's creation is a police procedural and courtroom drama.
law & order • dick wolf • new york city police • district attorney • sam aterson
PRESIDENTIAL PARTY HOPPERS
A surprising number of our Presidents have been members of more than one major political party during their careers. This has had a profound effect on elections and on our history. This articles follows these changes.
democratic • democrat • states rights • dixiecrat • republican
A surprising number of our Presidents have been members of more than one major political party during their careers. This has had a profound effect on elections and on our history. This articles follows these changes.
democratic • democrat • states rights • dixiecrat • republican
PRESIDENTIAL PASTIMES, PART I
Like everyone else, Presidents have sports and hobbies to help them relax, escape the pressures of office, and stay healthy. Although opportunities for such relaxation seem difficult to come by in the White House, most Presidents have continued their favorite sports and hobbies.
washington • adams • jefferson • madison • monroe
Like everyone else, Presidents have sports and hobbies to help them relax, escape the pressures of office, and stay healthy. Although opportunities for such relaxation seem difficult to come by in the White House, most Presidents have continued their favorite sports and hobbies.
washington • adams • jefferson • madison • monroe
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.
presidential trivia • 2008 presidential candidates • white house • race • senator hillary rodham clinton
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 Price of Freedom
The 1998 dramatic film Amistad, based on a true story, centered around a group of enslaved Africans fighting for their basic human right to freedom.
la amistad • amistad • racism • racial injustice • courtroom drama
The 1998 dramatic film Amistad, based on a true story, centered around a group of enslaved Africans fighting for their basic human right to freedom.
la amistad • amistad • racism • racial injustice • courtroom drama
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.
president • vice president • john adams • thomas jefferson • martin van buren
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
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