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Andrew Jackson's Era: Political Unrest, Democracy, and the Rise of New Parties (1828-1837)

The period from 1828 to 1837 was pivotal in American history as Andrew Jackson emerged as a dominant political figure, leading the Democratic Party. This era was marked by intense political strife, characterized by the Tariff of Abominations and the controversial Indian Removal Act of 1830. Jackson's grudge rematch against John Quincy Adams solidified a robust two-party system. Despite Jackson's popularity, his policies led to the Panic of 1837, bringing economic challenges for his successor, Martin Van Buren. This tumultuous time reshaped American democracy and political affiliations.

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Andrew Jackson's Era: Political Unrest, Democracy, and the Rise of New Parties (1828-1837)

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  1. Andrew Jackson

  2. Political Unrest • John Quincy Adams is an unpopular president • The “Tariff of Abominations” in 1828 divides the country

  3. Partisan Politics • New political parties emerge • Andrew Jackson leads The Democratic Party • John Quincy Adams leads the National Republicans (soon to be the Whigs)

  4. The Election of 1828 • Andrew Jackson wins a grudge rematch with John Quincy Adams • A new era in democracy • The two party system is solidly established

  5. Let’s Party! • Jackson’s inauguration is a riotous affair • The people’s president invites everyone to a party • His wife dies shortly after the election

  6. The Spoils System • Need a job? • Are you a loyal supporter? • Congratulations! You’re hired.

  7. The Kitchen Cabinet • Unofficial consultants to the president • Jackson wanted his friends for advisors • “King” Andrew Jackson

  8. The Eaton Affair • Peggy O’Neal’s husband dies • Andrew Jackson becomes a matchmaker • Women in Washington are “scandalized!”

  9. A Slave Revolt • Nat Turner-renegade • Mass murder in VA. • Nat and his followers are hanged • A controversial figure in history

  10. More Problems with Tariffs • The Tariff of 1832 angers the South • Vice President Calhoun is troubled • The Ordinance of Nullification is passed by South Carolina • President Jackson is not amused

  11. Break up the Bank • The Bank of the U.S. needs a new charter • President Jackson thinks otherwise • He vetoes the bill • Establishes new banking system • Jackson crushes Clay in the Election of 1832

  12. Indian Removal Act of 1830The Trail of Tears • White settlers want more land • Gold is found on Indian territory in Georgia • Jackson wants to move the Cherokees out • The Supreme Court backs the Cherokees • Forced march to Oklahoma kills thousands • John Marshall has made his decision; now let him enforce it! ... Build a fire under them. When it gets hot enough, they'll go.

  13. Rebellious Texans • Mexico wants American settlers • They don’t obey laws • Settlers bring slaves • “Texans” declare independence • Sam Houston: Leader

  14. Texan War of Independence • Texans revolt against Mexico • Settlers occupy an old mission: The Alamo • General Santa Ana massacres them • He kills more Texans at the Goliad

  15. Remember the Alamo! • Sam Houston defeats the Mexican Army at San Jacinto • General Santa Ana is captured. • Texas gains its independence • Sam Houston elected as its first President

  16. The Election of 1836 • Andrew Jackson supports his VP Martin Van Buren • The Whigs nominate three candidates • Van Buren wins in a landslide

  17. The Panic of 1837 • Trouble awaited the new president • Careless loans lead to a run on the banks • Van Buren’s weak policies don’t help • A long depression follows

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