Andrew Jackson (1829-1837) (4 mars 1829 – 4 mars 1837)
Description:
Replaced government supporters with patrons [supporters]Practice of giving/rewarding government jobs to political supporters became known as the Spoils / Patronage System.
1.South Carolina Ordinance of Nullification =right to nullify/reject tariff claiming States’ Rights
2. South Carolina threatens to secede [leave/withdraw] from the Union because high tariffs are hurting their economy.
3. Jackson threatens to send troops.
4. Henry Clay’s compromise has Congress reducing the tax gradually.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
4 mars 1829
4 mars 1837
~ 8 years