The BATTLE of New Orleans - Jackson's Masterpiece - DOCUMENTARY

The Battle of New Orleans was famously fought after the Treaty of Ghent, which concluded The War of 1812. Jackson, outnumbered, outgunned and with inferior troops was able to win the battle due to his stellar positioning and British ineptitude. The Battle of New Orleans was the most important battle of The War of 1812. Andrew Jackson would gain fame within The United States after winning this battle which elevated his career to eventually win the presidency.

Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - Treaty of Ghent
1:28 - Skirmish at Villere Plantation
3:23 - Pakenham's Strategy
4:42 - Battle of New Orleans
8:32 - Lambert's Surrender
9:13 - Outcome

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