Age of Jackson

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the Age of Jackson lecture.

Election of 1824

No winner of the electoral college; John Q. Adams was chosen over Jackson, leading to accusations of a corrupt bargain.

Corrupt Bargain

Accusation that John Q. Adams' selection as president over Jackson was a result of behind-the-scenes maneuvering.

Democratic Party

Political party formed by Jackson's supporters in reaction to Adams' election.

Common Man

The notion that Jackson represented the interests of ordinary people rather than the elite.

Spoils System

Practice of giving government jobs to supporters and friends as a reward.

Nullification Crisis

Debate over high tariffs, particularly the Tariff of Abominations, which outraged the South.

Tariff of Abominations

High tariffs enacted in 1816 and 1824 that angered Southern states.

John C. Calhoun

Vice President under Jackson who promoted the theory of nullification.

Force Act

Legislation enabling Jackson to use military force against states that resisted federal tariff laws.

National Bank

Bank of the U.S. that Jackson opposed, claiming it was an abuse of power.

Pet Banks

State banks where Jackson deposited government funds after vetoing the National Bank's charter.

Trail of Tears

Forced relocation of Cherokee Natives in 1838, resulting in the death of thousands.

Indian Removal Act

1830 law providing for the forcible relocation of Native American tribes to the west.

Worcester v. Georgia

Supreme Court case where the Cherokee won recognition of their political identity.

Panic of 1837

Economic crisis resulting from Jackson's bank policies, leading to widespread financial hardship.

Whig Party

Political party formed in opposition to Jackson's policies, led by figures like Henry Clay.

Martin Van Buren

Elected President after Jackson; created the first political machine.

Harrison and Tyler

William Henry Harrison became the first Whig President; Tyler succeeded him after Harrison's death.

His Accidency

Nickname for John Tyler, the first Vice President to become President after Harrison's death.

National Nominating Conventions

First used in 1832, these conventions changed how presidential candidates were selected.