The Jacksonian Era
Martina visits the Jackson Memorial before traveling to the 1820s.
Martina and Terrance have brought you to the 1820s to study the changing political landscape that emerged after the War of 1812. You will follow the story of the country’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson, to see how he benefited from the changes. You will also learn how American Indians were impacted during the time period that came to be known as the Jacksonian Era.
Essential Questions
- How did politics change in America after the War of 1812?
- How were the American Indians impacted by westward migration?