Step Back History
Canadian Nationalism and the War of 1812
The War of 1812 was a huge conflict for the narratives of both Canada and the United States. At the War of 1812 bicentennial, Canada had a massive nationalistic display that was profound... weird. Let's talk about Canadian nationalism...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Louisiana
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Louisiana.
Weird History
Was Andrew Jackson the Craziest US President Ever?
Andrew Jackson has a complicated legacy. On the one hand, he was a populist hero and a venerated war general. On the other hand, he enslaved persons, killed thousands of Native Americans, created an economic depression, and killed a man....
Hip Hughes History
Andrew Jackson - US President Review
HipHughes plows his way through the field of Jackson. Perfect for those in need of saving or those interested in learning. I promise to help you brain wrinkle and to lol.
Weird History
Was Andrew Jackson The Craziest US President?
Andrew Jackson has a complicated legacy. On the one hand, he was a populist hero and a venerated war general. On the other hand, he enslaved persons, killed thousands of Native Americans, created an economic depression, and killed a man....
Curated OER
American Presidents: John Quincy Adams
A skinny-dipping president? John Quincy Adams was a bible reader by morning and a skinny-dipper by late morning, apparently. His strong beliefs and lack of persuasive power ultimately ended his time in presidency, but he did go on to...
Bill of Rights Institute
Andrew Jackson and The Bank Wars
Viewers examine the historical arguments for and against establishing a National Bank in the United States. They examine just how Andrew Jackson's debate continues to rage on, all the way to today's America.
TED-Ed
History vs. Andrew Jackson
What would happen if the values and decisions of the past were put on trial today? Watch as the answer unfolds in a clever cartoon drama centering on the presidency of Andrew Jackson. A great way of opening the door to multiple points of...
Curated OER
American Presidents: Andrew Jackson
Looking to give your class a brief overview of Andrew Jackson? Learn about his early life, his accomplishments while in presidency, and his death. This is just a quick overview!
Curated OER
Money - A Brief History Of The American Dollar - Part 1 of 2
What is a dollar? Trace the dollar through US history. First it started as a silver or gold piece, then it became a promissory note, and eventually it became the bill we know today. Pink Floyd's "Money" plays quietly in the background...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Us History: Age of Jackson
John Green teaches you about the presidency of Andrew Jackson. Jackson's election was more democratic than any previous presidential election. More people were able to vote, and they picked a doozie. Jackson was a well-known war hero,...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Andrew Jackson: 60 Second Presidents
Animated video [1:16] and background text for students on the life and presidency of Andrew Jackson. Student handout supports following the video. National Educational Standards listed for teachers.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Arguments Against Judicial Review
Judicial review wasn't accepted by everyone. President Andrew Jackson even threatened not to enforce Supreme Court decisions he disagreed with.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 9: Jackson and the Modern Presidency
While in office, Andrew Jackson made more use of his veto power than all other presidents combined before him. This gave rise to a much more powerful presidency.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Trail of Tears
In this video segment adapted from American Experience: "We Shall Remain," reenactments help tell the story of how the Cherokee people were forced from their lands in the southeast. The U.S. government initially promised the Cherokee and...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Jacksonian Controversies
Tom Richey U.S. History video covers some of the many controversies surrounding Andrew Jackson and his term as president. [18:48]
Crash Course
Crash Course Us History #14: Age of Jackson
In this Crash Course video, John Green teaches you about the presidency of Andrew Jackson. So how did a president with astoundingly bad fiscal policies end up on the $20 bill? That's a question we can't answer, but we can tell you how...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Jacksonian Democracy
Tom Richey video on the 1820's era of democracy for the common man, emergence of a two party system and changing politics during the Age of Jackson. [15:07]
A&E Television
History.com: Trail of Tears
Find out how Andrew Jackson's controversial Indian Removal Act paved the way for The Trail of Tears. [3:21]
Other
Reading Through History: Andrew Jackson's Legacy
This video gives a brief description of the legacy of Andrew Jackson, 7th President of the United States. [5:41]
Other
Reading Through History: The Indian Removal Act
Brief video gives a brief description of Indian Removal and the Trail of Tears. [7:18]
Other
Reading Through History: History Brief: The Election of 1824
This video covers the Election of 1824 and the Corrupt Bargain. [6:42]
Other
Reading Through History: History Brief: The Election of 1828
This video gives a summary of the Election of 1828 and the election of Andrew Jackson. [6:44]
Other
Reading Through History: History Brief: The Nullification Crisis
This video gives a brief description of the Nullification Crisis of the 1830s. [6:50]