Abraham Lincoln, born in February 12 1809, was the 16th President of the United States of America from March 1861, while Andrew Jackson. born at March 15, 1767 was the seventh President of United States of America from 1829-1837. and his powerful political ambition helped mold the roots of the later Democratic Party.
He was a self-educated person, who at a young age worked as a county lawyer, an Illinois state layer and also as a constituent body of the United States House of Representatives. He was also the Republican candidate fighting for presidential election. He was a very open and outspoken men, and plays a pivotal role in fighting for the inclusion of slavery in US. He also served in the military force, and was once a captain of the army. He was said to be tall and also an intimidating figure, invoking fear among people. He was known to be a formidable adversary during his tenure in the law sector, an aggressive lawyer who was well respected and well-liked by his peers.
On the other hand, Andrew Jackson was also an outstanding lawyer in Tennessee when he was young. He also took part in the army and was an special national hero of his time when he defeated the British at New Orleans, ranked as colonel.
During their presidential period, Abraham Lincoln issued the Emanicipation Proclaimation policy to free slaves from the Confederation, and also waged a crucial war with the South. On the other hand, Andrew Jackson also ignited a war with a national bank in America, who vowed to "fight" against him, to maintain peace and harmony, even if violence ensured.
But sadly, they have different fates. Lincoln was assasinated by John Booth, an actor who thought that he was helping the South (he was wrong) and so shot him at Ford's Theatre. Jackson was known for starting fights with other people, had a few scandals hear and there.
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