Andrew Johnson was born in North Carolina and had a pretty poor childhood. He was self-taught and didn’t go to school. He married a woman named Eliza McCardle and had 5 children. However, after he grew up and became a senator, he went on to become the 17th president we know as Andrew Johnson. He was appointed after Abe Lincoln got shot.
Such as Frederick William I of Prussia, otherwise known as “The Soldier King”. He increased his army, and land which therefore increased his power over the country. By increasing his army he made his country feel safe, and instilled fear in his people. This caused for his power over the people to increase therefore allowing him to become an absolute monarch. Louis the XIV also increased his military powers, which increased his total power.
In the 1700 and 1800s one great ruler arose from France. His name was Napoleon Bonaparte. Napoleon was one of the greatest rulers in the world. His legacy all started when he won the battle at the French port of Toulon. After this, he continued to win battles and he gained more power.
Andrew Johnson is came from a poor family and was not educated until later years. He was born on December 29, 1808 and died July 31, 1875/ He was the seventh president. Andrew Johnson finished out Araham Lincoln's term when he was assasinated. He was a very prejudice person who believed the United States was for white men and should only be governed by white men. Many people think he was the worst president the United States has ever had until Barack Obama come along.
The seventh President of the U.S was known as Andrew Jackson. He served two terms from years 1829 to 1837. Jackson grew up in South Carolina, attended local schools and joined “the Army at age 13 during the American Revolution” (The Library of Congress). Before being successfully elected as President, Andrew Jackson studied law in his late teen years and became a lawyer in Tennessee. As a heroic general, Jackson also defeated the British at New Orleans in the War of 1812 (White House Historical Association).
Andrew Jackson's term as president (1829-1837) started a first handed period in the American government. He was a very famous president in his days. Andrew Jackson was depicted as a saint of the normal man since he originated from humble beginnings. Politicians in the past eras had more preference because of their family foundation, riches, notoriety, and education. Andrew vote demonstrated that a man's' heredity did not guarantee a spot in office.
Peter the Great Peter the Great was an iconic individual in Russian history and even in world history. He made many strides for Russia to become more of a westernized nation. World Civilization II: The Rise and Fall of Empires© 1500- present stated, "From his father, Peter learned of Russia’s need for modernization, so in the early 18th century, Peter embarked on an extended journey throughout Europe where he learned how to build ships, observed modern military techniques, and recruited Western craftsmen and artists to come back to Russia with him" (Sattler, 60). He was very determined to make Russia modernized to say the least. In his reign, he held many reforms to push Russia to become more westernized (Sattler, 60-61).
While he was dining with friends, he was informed that the Senate had declined the nomination of Mr. Martin Van Buren as the Minister to England. Rumor has it that Andrew Jackson was so upset by this ploy pulled off by the Senate that he jumped to his feet and shouted, "By the Eternal! I'll smash them!" Andrew Jackson achieved this by requesting that Mr. Van Buren become the Vice President of the United States. Van Buren accepted his position which was a much more powerful position than being the Minister to England.
Andrew Jackson was one of a kind. He was a fellow North Carolinian, a fearless leader and a cherished friend. Throughout his presidency, he stuck by his guns and never backed down from a challenge. In fact, that's exactly why everyone called him old hickory, because no matter how tough things got he persevered.
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United State during the year of 1829 to 1837. He was considered as the president that seeks to act as the direct representative of the common man. He was born on March 15, 1767 on the frontier between the Carolinas. He was loved by the people and was the first president to born not of wealth. In addition to his presidency, Jackson was known for his military successes and for the laying groundwork for the modern Democratic Party.
Napoleon also, was a skilled military leader and became the first emperor of France. Napoleon was a French leader whom quickly rose through the ranks of military during the French revolution and drove his military to expansion and change in the western world. Although they cannot be compared in every way because Napoleon twice relinquished his authority in military leadership, in which Alexander would not have even dreamt of doing. SECTION IV: Alexander the Great should be placed in a time capsule because of his outstanding and notable achievements of brilliant commands and undefeatable battles. He was young and clever with his battle tactics so that he could save the world from imperial enslavement.
Andrew Jackson was the 7th president of the United States of America,(1829-1837) Born on the 15th of March, in 1767 in the waxhaw area; died on the 18th of June in 1845. Many believed Andrew Jackson was a great president, but many more believe he was a one of the worst presidents to date because of all the cruel actions he committed. Andrew Jackson was a very mediocre president, but because of his cruel actions he is seen more commonly as a terrible president.
Also, during this time period, Frederick William I transformed Prussia into a military state. To become an absolute ruler, Peter the Great made many reforms throughout Russia. However, all these absolute leaders had the same goal. Even though they reigned over different countries, they all strengthened their armies, raised taxes, and unified religion. One thing that all absolute rulers did was increase the strength of their army.
It is seen that the power rid of Napoleon’s conscience, and created a ruthless dictator.
