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Biography of President Andrew Jackson

            Andrew Jackson was the seventh President of the United States of America. He served as President in years 1829-1837. But he was not just the President. He was a lawyer with military experience. He was a General Commander who led many American soldiers to victory. He fought in many battles and people recognized him. Many people saw him as a hero. It is argued today that he should not be on the twenty dollar bill because he did not earn it. However it should be argued that he should stay on the twenty dollar bill because he did earn his spot.
             Andrew Jackson was a hard working man. Andrew Jackson had many jobs besides being the President. He was a lawyer, Military Governor, U.S. Senator and member of the U.S. House of Representatives. These jobs Andrew Jackson had changed America. "History.com," explains how Jackson was a Military hero and a General Commander. In document four, (Primary), it states, "All preceding experiments for the improvement of the Indians have failed. It seems now to be an established fact that they cannot live in contact with a civilized community and prosper." This shows that Andrew Jackson achieved in most of his goals. He would do anything to complete his task and mission. He wanted the world to be a better place by achieving his goals. He was a good man. He was a strong and powerful man. "Millercenter.org," explains how he was a lawyer too. He helped people in many ways. He liked to support his community and help in any way possible. These jobs Jackson had proved that he deserved to be on the twenty dollar bill.
             As stated on, "History.com," Jackson led the American soldiers to victory over the British. This was in the battle of New Orleans. This battle was greatly won by the Americans because of Jackson's leadership. Without him, the battle would have been very different. He was a great leader. He even helped change the day the Civil War began. Jackson was a brave fighter.


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