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When did Andrew jacksons army defeat the british at new Orleans?
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After being warned by pirate, Jean Lafitte of an approaching British sneak attack, General Andrew Jackson was waiting for the British in the Battle of New Orleans in 1815. This was the final major battle of the War of 1812. British forces were devastated with close to 2500 casualties while the Americans only suffered 333.
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With the Indians help
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General Andrew Jackson commanded the American forces.
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Jackson's role as an ardent expansionist and charismatic leader helped inspired his men & locals to fight and defeat the British.
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Who did the Americans defeat at the Battle of New Orleans forcing an end to the War of 1812.?
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This stunning victory was in New Orleans where the US Military, led by Major General Andrew Jackson routed the British forces. It was more decisive in American minds than from an actual military perspective as the Treaty of Ghent (ending the war) had been signed in Belgium on December 24, 1814, but the British defeat in New Orleans vindicated the US as a nation.
Where and when was the battle of New Orleans fought?
December 23, 1814 to January 8, 1815 around the city of New Orleans. It was the last battle of the War of 1812 and was a sound defeat for the British. It was also fought after the War was over, but news hadn't reached New Orleans yet.
