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What was the primary reason for Andrew Jackson's opposition to the Second Bank of the U.S.?
What was the primary reason for Andrew Jackson's opposition to the Second Bank of the U.S.?
What strategy did Henry Clay use to challenge Andrew Jackson in the 1832 election?
What strategy did Henry Clay use to challenge Andrew Jackson in the 1832 election?
What was the outcome of the legislative proposal to recharter the Second Bank in 1832?
What was the outcome of the legislative proposal to recharter the Second Bank in 1832?
Who was the president of the Second Bank of the U.S. during the Bank War?
Who was the president of the Second Bank of the U.S. during the Bank War?
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Which Supreme Court case affirmed the constitutionality of the Second Bank of the U.S.?
Which Supreme Court case affirmed the constitutionality of the Second Bank of the U.S.?
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What significant event followed Andrew Jackson's presidency and was exacerbated by issues related to the Bank?
What significant event followed Andrew Jackson's presidency and was exacerbated by issues related to the Bank?
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How did Jackson's actions during the Bank War influence his popularity?
How did Jackson's actions during the Bank War influence his popularity?
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What was a consequence of Jackson's veto regarding the Bank's recharter?
What was a consequence of Jackson's veto regarding the Bank's recharter?
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What distinguishes the Five Civilized Tribes from other Native American tribes during the 19th century?
What distinguishes the Five Civilized Tribes from other Native American tribes during the 19th century?
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Who was the leader of the Cherokees during the significant debates over relocation in the 1830s?
Who was the leader of the Cherokees during the significant debates over relocation in the 1830s?
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What was the purpose of the Indian Removal Act passed in the 1830s?
What was the purpose of the Indian Removal Act passed in the 1830s?
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What was the significance of the Worcester v Georgia Supreme Court case?
What was the significance of the Worcester v Georgia Supreme Court case?
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Which treaty first facilitated the removal of the Choctaws and accepted their relocation to Indian Territory?
Which treaty first facilitated the removal of the Choctaws and accepted their relocation to Indian Territory?
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What was a major consequence of the Dade Massacre during the Second Seminole War?
What was a major consequence of the Dade Massacre during the Second Seminole War?
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Which statement best describes John Horse's significance in the history of the Seminoles?
Which statement best describes John Horse's significance in the history of the Seminoles?
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The term 'Trail of Tears' refers to what historical event?
The term 'Trail of Tears' refers to what historical event?
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What was a characteristic of the Seminole's resistance during the Second Seminole War?
What was a characteristic of the Seminole's resistance during the Second Seminole War?
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What was the primary outcome of the Panic of 1837?
What was the primary outcome of the Panic of 1837?
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What strategy did the Whig Party utilize during the 1840 election to appeal to voters?
What strategy did the Whig Party utilize during the 1840 election to appeal to voters?
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What was one of the main reasons for President Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act?
What was one of the main reasons for President Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act?
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Which event resulted in the forced relocation of the Cherokee people?
Which event resulted in the forced relocation of the Cherokee people?
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What slogan was associated with William Henry Harrison’s campaign in 1840?
What slogan was associated with William Henry Harrison’s campaign in 1840?
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How did the Choctaw respond to the Indian Removal Act?
How did the Choctaw respond to the Indian Removal Act?
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What characterized the economic philosophy of Laissez Faire Economics?
What characterized the economic philosophy of Laissez Faire Economics?
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What was the Supreme Court case that the Cherokee Nation used to contest their removal?
What was the Supreme Court case that the Cherokee Nation used to contest their removal?
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Which president succeeded William Henry Harrison after his death?
Which president succeeded William Henry Harrison after his death?
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What was a key feature of the Log Cabin Campaign of 1840?
What was a key feature of the Log Cabin Campaign of 1840?
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What was a significant consequence of the Indian Removal Act?
What was a significant consequence of the Indian Removal Act?
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Which group led the resistance during the Second Seminole War?
Which group led the resistance during the Second Seminole War?
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Who was the first president to die in office?
Who was the first president to die in office?
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What did Andrew Jackson believe about Native Americans, influencing his policies?
What did Andrew Jackson believe about Native Americans, influencing his policies?
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Study Notes
Andrew Jackson's Bank War
- The Bank War was a political struggle during Jackson's presidency, centered on the rechartering of the Second Bank of the U.S.
- The bank aimed for economic stability by regulating state banks and establishing a uniform currency.
- Jackson and his supporters opposed the bank, viewing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to states' rights, favoring the wealthy elite.
- In 1832, Jackson vetoed the bank recharter bill, arguing it was unconstitutional and a threat to liberty.
- The Bank War became a key issue in the 1832 presidential election, significantly influencing the outcome. Jackson's opposition to the bank enhanced his popularity, leading to reelection and a significant victory over Henry Clay.
Bank Charter and Key Figures
- Bank charters were renewed every 20 years, largely benefiting the wealthy.
- Nicholas Biddle submitted the bank's recharter request to Congress four years early (1832).
- Daniel Webster strongly advocated for the bank's renewal.
- Henry Clay strategically encouraged the early recharter bid to influence the upcoming election.
Economic Crisis and Legal Battles
- The Panic of 1837 was a significant economic downturn due to bank failures, speculative investments, and federal government policies.
- McCulloch v. Maryland was a Supreme Court case supporting the constitutionality of the Bank.
- Jackson's commitment to destroying the bank, despite legal rulings, eventually made him popular amongst the common man leading to his re-election.
- Jackson's policies sometimes led to changing cabinet members until someone aligned with his goals was hired.
Presidential Elections and the Whig Party
- The election of 1836 saw Martin Van Buren succeed Andrew Jackson.
- Henry Clay, through the Whig party and multiple presidential candidates, planned for a contested election to put Van Buren in office.
- The Whig party opposed Jackson's Democratic party and formed in opposition to his policies.
1840 Election and the Log Cabin Campaign
- The 1840 election saw the Whigs effectively use a populist campaign strategy, the Log Cabin Campaign.
- William Henry Harrison, presented as a humble frontiersman, contrasted with the perceived elite image of the Democrats.
- The campaign's populist approach, using slogans like "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too," led to Harrison's victory.
John Tyler's Presidency
- John Tyler became president after William Henry Harrison's death, setting an important precedent for presidential succession.
Native American Removal
- Andrew Jackson's relationship with Native Americans was complicated, with actions often motivated by a desire for land and perceived need to remove them from states.
- The Indian Removal Act of 1830 authorized the removal of Native Americans west of the Mississippi, often forcibly.
- The Trail of Tears is a name given to the Cherokee tribe's hardship in the removal process.
- The Choctaw, Cherokee, and Seminole tribes all resisted, using legal means, warfare and guerilla tactics
- The Seminole wars (1st and 2nd) were particularly prolonged and emphasized Native American resistance.
- Osceola led resistance efforts among the Seminole. The Dade massacre was a key point in the second war.
- John Horse led the black Seminole.
Five Civilized Tribes
- The Five Civilized Tribes (Choctaw, Seminole, Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Creek) were recognized for adopting agricultural practices, formal education, and other aspects of European American culture, but these were factors that caused them to be displaced in the end.
Other Important Concepts
- Manifest Destiny: The idea that westward expansion was inevitable and divinely ordained.
- Indian Territory: The land west of the Mississippi reserved for Native American relocation.
- Assimilation: The Five Civilized Tribes tried to assimilate into European American culture to avoid removal.
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Test your knowledge of the Bank War during Andrew Jackson's presidency, including the political struggle surrounding the Second Bank of the U.S. Learn about key figures like Nicholas Biddle and the implications of Jackson's veto on the bank's recharter. Discover how this conflict shaped political dynamics in the 1832 election.
