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Andrew Jackson

He survived duels, a knife wound, and two bullets lodged in his chest — then ran the country with the same approach he'd used to win fights.

1767–1845
Portrait of Andrew Jackson
Life Journey

From frontier orphan to commanding president

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1767–1781

Frontier beginnings

Born in a rough border region, Jackson lost his family during the Revolutionary War, shaping his lifelong toughness and distrust of authority.