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Old Hickory and Jacksonian Democracy (1829-1837)

Andrew Jackson was our nation's second military hero to become president. His rise to power ushered in the modern party system, ad the democratic political machine was created to ensure the election of Ol' Hickory. But the party system also created a culture of favoritism and patronage that affects our country even today.

English
  • Originally Aired May 9, 2016
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-Y7
  • Network BYUtv
  • Created May 12, 2016 by
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  • Modified May 12, 2016 by
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