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Andrew Jackson knew that the Indians and Blacks were launching raids against the American frontier settlements, killing and scalping families and taking their cattle and horses.
It was necessary to sail past the Negro Fort to re-supply American Fort Scott farther up the river, with food and supplies. Jackson's orders for Gen. Gaines were to destroy the Negro fort IF they fired on the supply ships, which they did. A lucky shot, a red-hot cannon ball entered the powder magazine and the fort was destroyed in a massive explosion heard 100 miles away at Pensacola.
When soldiers entered nearby Fowltown after everyone had fled, there was a red pole in the center of town with 150 or so scalps of white men, women and children from babies to the elderly hanging on it and also on one in the Chief's home.
The remaining Indians fled farther south, away from the American borders and the frontier was much safer from then on.
That is another reason why Andrew Jackson was considered such a hero back then.
Try to imagine how you might feel if your neighbors or family were periodically killed and robbed by people from a nearby town.
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Who led the Americans forces against the spanish and seminoles in Florida?
Andrew Jackson led an attack against the Spanish and the Seminoles in 1816. He also destroyed the Negro Fort on this expedition.
Who ordered the capture of the Negro Fort?
General Andrew Taylor
Which general's actions led to the First Seminole War?
General Andrew Jackson's attack of Negro Fort led to the first Seminole War. The first war took place between 1814 and 1819.
When did Battle of Negro Fort happen?
Battle of Negro Fort happened on 1816-07-27.
Why was Andrew Jackson elected president?
Andrew Jackson became a national hero in the War of 1812 against the British and especially in the Battle of New Orleans. He started as a Colonel in the Tennessee Militia but was appointed to Major General after the Treaty of Fort Jackson.
Was Andrew Jackson a general?
yes, Jackson was promoted to the rank of Major General from Colonel, after fighting at the Battle of Horseshoe bend and forcing the Creeks to agree to the Treaty of Fort Jackson.
Why did Andrew Jackson order improvements on Fort St John and Fort St Charles?
well, because maybe Andrew Jackson's army stored thei weapons and gun powder in both forts. Perhaps maybe by adding some defense improvements like a Pokemon using "iron defence"! the fort wouldn't get destroyed that easily.
What was the capital of Fort nassau?
Fort Nassau was located in the Bahamas. The fort was built in 1697 and demolished in 1897. Nassau is the capital city of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas.
When was Fort Jackson - Alabama - created?
Fort Jackson - Alabama - was created in 1751.
What is the closest beach to Fort Jackson SC?
near fort jackson and beach
Why did Jackson order improvements on Fort St. John and Fort St. Charles?
well, because maybe Andrew Jackson's army stored thei weapons and gun powder in both forts. Perhaps maybe by adding some defense improvements like a Pokemon using "iron defence"! the fort wouldn't get destroyed that easily.
Why did Jackson order improvements on fort St. John and fort St Charles?
well, because maybe Andrew Jackson's army stored thei weapons and gun powder in both forts. Perhaps maybe by adding some defense improvements like a Pokemon using "iron defence"! the fort wouldn't get destroyed that easily.
