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The Hermitage, Home of General Andrew Jackson

By Mary C. Dorris
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A concise historical guide recounts the life, military career, and domestic legacy of Andrew Jackson alongside descriptions of his preserved home and grounds. It opens with personal anecdotes, including a mother’s admonitions and the youth’s Revolutionary-era imprisonment, then traces his legal and political advancement, militia leadership, campaigns against indigenous opponents, and his notable victory at New Orleans. Separate sections describe the mansion, museum collections, original log structures, and the family tomb, and the volume offers practical and historical notes for visitors and researchers interested in the site and its preservation.

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Mary C. Dorris

Mary C. Dorris is an author recognized for her work on American history, particularly her exploration of significant historical figures and sites. Her notable book, "The Hermitage, Home of General Andrew Jackson," delves into the life and legacy of Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States, and his residence in Nashville, Tennessee. Through her writing, Dorris contributes to the understanding of Jackson's impact on American history and the cultural significance of his home, offering readers insights into the era and its influential personalities.

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