He was elected to office from Tennessee just like Andrew Jackson and James K. ... He served as a military governor of Tennessee during the Civil War. ... Andrew taught himself to read. ... In 1837 he was defeated for re-election but in 1839 won a subsequent campaign. ... President Lincoln appointed Andrew Johnson as military governor of Tennessee in 1862. ...
The Age of Jackson, written by Arthur M. Schlesinger, focuses on the long lasting effects of Andrew Jackson on democracy and American politics. ... After finding financial success on his own, he became well known for his military exploits, being a crucial factor in the Battle of New Orleans, and the acquisition of Florida from the Spanish. ... As a military leader, he often disobeyed direct orders (Florida campaign), and acted on instinct rather than reason. ... Andrew Jackson was a pivotal figure in the foundation of our modern political system. ...
