President Andrew Jackson

President Andrew Jackson. . A National Hero , Andrew Jackson's victories during the Creek War and the War of 18 12 made him a national hero. A contemporary noted, "Only George Washington enjoyed a reputation of comparable scope.” For decades, the nation celebrated every January 8-the date of Jackson's victory over the British at New Orlean with parades and fireworks. , The Peoples' President , Jackson was elected president of the United States in 1828 and served two terms. During his eight years in office he deepened the powers of the presidency and strengthened the federal government. He also organized followers into the country's "most durable and successful political party." "King Andrew” to his enemies and "Old Hickory” to his thousands of supporters, Jackson was a controversial president and is still a subject of intense debate. , The Age of Jackson , As one historian put it, "If 'democracy' was still a new concept Jackson did much to put flesh on its bones." While his policies and actions are open to criticism, there is no doubt that Jackson left a permanent imprint on the presidency and American politics. His influence extended beyond his term in office, encompassing a period of growth and technological development between 1829 and 1850 known as "The Age of Jackson. , Inset text: On numerous occasions President Andrew Jackson acted in a manner that was at times distinctly illegal yet widely hailed by supporters as being in the nation's best interest.