Tech 385 Andrew Jackson Andrew Jackson was born in 1767 and died in 1845. He was the seventh president of the United States. Jackson fought his way to leadership and wealth in a frontier society, and his success established a bond between him and the common people that was never broken. Small farmers, laborers, mechanics, and many other Americans struggling to better themselves looked to Jackson for leadership. Jackson moved his way up the chain of the military …showed first 75 words of 1612 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1612 total…British officer. Jackson refused, so the officer drew his sword and slashed Jackson across the forehead and arm, which left a scar. This is the story of an amazing man who led the country to bigger and better things. He was a down to earth guy who made good decisions, and was tough and earned everything he got the hard way. Andrew Jackson is a class act that is as tough as an old hickory!