The Battle of New Orleans and the War of 1812

Who led the motley assortment of fighters in the Battle of New Orleans?

Andrew Jackson

When did the Battle of New Orleans take place?

January 1815

What did the victory in the Battle of New Orleans do for Andrew Jackson?

Made him a national hero

What was the purpose of the British invasion of New Orleans?

To gain control over the Mississippi River Signup and view all the answers

What event effectively ended the War of 1812?

The signing of the Treaty of Ghent Signup and view all the answers

Who was the British commander during the Battle of New Orleans?

Lieutenant General Sir Edward Pakenham Signup and view all the answers

What nickname was given to Andrew Jackson?

Old Hickory Signup and view all the answers

What did Jackson declare in New Orleans after British forces were sighted?

Martial law Signup and view all the answers

Who did Jackson accept help from during the Battle of New Orleans?

Jean Lafitte Signup and view all the answers

What was the defensive trench built by Jackson called?

Line Jackson Signup and view all the answers

Who led the American troops during the Battle of New Orleans?

General Jackson Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the British assault on Line Jackson?

The British were repelled by American rifle and cannon fire Signup and view all the answers

How many casualties did the British suffer during the Battle of New Orleans?

Over 2,000 casualties Signup and view all the answers

What happened after the British withdrawal from New Orleans?

The War of 1812 officially ended Signup and view all the answers

What did future President James Monroe say about the Battle of New Orleans?

It was a glorious victory obtained with little bloodshed Signup and view all the answers

The Battle of New Orleans and the War of 1812

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