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Who led the motley assortment of fighters in the Battle of New Orleans?
Who led the motley assortment of fighters in the Battle of New Orleans?
- Andrew Jackson (correct)
- Abraham Lincoln
- George Washington
- Thomas Jefferson
When did the Battle of New Orleans take place?
When did the Battle of New Orleans take place?
- December 1814
- January 1815 (correct)
- February 1815
- March 1815
What did the victory in the Battle of New Orleans do for Andrew Jackson?
What did the victory in the Battle of New Orleans do for Andrew Jackson?
- Made him a national hero (correct)
- Gave him control over the Mississippi River
- Elevated him to the position of President
- Earned him a promotion in the military
What was the purpose of the British invasion of New Orleans?
What was the purpose of the British invasion of New Orleans?
What event effectively ended the War of 1812?
What event effectively ended the War of 1812?
Who was the British commander during the Battle of New Orleans?
Who was the British commander during the Battle of New Orleans?
What nickname was given to Andrew Jackson?
What nickname was given to Andrew Jackson?
What did Jackson declare in New Orleans after British forces were sighted?
What did Jackson declare in New Orleans after British forces were sighted?
Who did Jackson accept help from during the Battle of New Orleans?
Who did Jackson accept help from during the Battle of New Orleans?
What was the defensive trench built by Jackson called?
What was the defensive trench built by Jackson called?
Who led the American troops during the Battle of New Orleans?
Who led the American troops during the Battle of New Orleans?
What was the outcome of the British assault on Line Jackson?
What was the outcome of the British assault on Line Jackson?
How many casualties did the British suffer during the Battle of New Orleans?
How many casualties did the British suffer during the Battle of New Orleans?
What happened after the British withdrawal from New Orleans?
What happened after the British withdrawal from New Orleans?
What did future President James Monroe say about the Battle of New Orleans?
What did future President James Monroe say about the Battle of New Orleans?
