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Description
(1767-1845) 7th U.S. President who achieved his greatest military fame at the Battle of New Orleans in 1815, which was the final major battle of the War of 1812. This statue depicts Jackson as he appeared at the Battle of New Orleans.
Themes
American Presidents
Military
Military Leaders
Statesmanship
War of 1812Coordinates
38° 53' 58" N 77° 2' 12" W
Latitude/Longitude
38.899504132112064,-77.036545559256794
Authorized
1848 (9 Stat. 340)
Dedicated
1853
Sponsor
Commissioned by the Jackson Monument Committee and sponsored by the Jackson Democratic Association (Democratic Party)
Owner
FEDERAL - NPS