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In what year was Andrew Jackson first elected to the presidency of the US?

1828. Jackson first ran for the presidency in 1824, but was not elected until he ran again in 1828.

What was the common nickname used by prohibitionists to describe alcohol during Jacksonian reform?

'Demon Rum'. The prohibitionist movement was perhaps the longest lived Jacksonian reform, lasting well into the 20th century.

Who was Andrew Jackson's first Vice president?

John C. Calhoun. John C. Calhoun had every desire to oust Jackson from office, and was the major cause of South Carolina's threats to secede from the union in the early 1830's.

What was the driving force and motivation behind the economic and industrial improvement of the Jacksonian period?

optimism. The optimism of the Jacksonian period has probably never been equaled in US history. It was motivated by the belief that the unique opportunities in the United States made it more likely to be perfectable than any republic had ever been.

Who was the greatest protestant leader during the Second Great Awakening?

Charles G. Finney. The First Great Awakening had happened in the previous century.

From what country was Andrew Jackson's family?

Ireland.

In what state (or future state) was Andrew Jackson born?

South Carolina.

To what state did Andrew Jackson and some friends later settle to gain money and prestige in property owning?

Tennessee.

Who was the president of the US Bank during the infamous 'Bank War' in which Andrew Jackson wished to destroy the bank?

Nicholas Biddle.

To what political party did Andrew Jackson belong during his presidency?

Democratic.