Andrew Jackson (1767-1845)

John C Calhoun (1782-1850)

In which we talk about the Tariff of Abominations, the Nullification Crisis of 1832-1833, and we wonder who had the  pre-Civil War era’s most impressive head of hair: John C. Calhoun or Andrew Jackson.  Plus, Manifest Destiny beckons and we set the stage for war with Mexico in 1846.

Our book recommendation for this episode is Disunion! : The Coming of the American Civil War, 1789-1859 by Elizabeth R. Varon.  A review in North & South magazine said, “Meticulously researched and beautifully assembled, Disunion will become the standard text for students and scholars interested in this tumultuous chapter in American history.” 

You may notice some different music at the beginning & end of episode 4.  We want to thank the good folks at Spiritwood Music for giving us permission to use their song Midnight On the Water from the album Cabin Fever.  You can find the Spiritwood Music Northwoods Ensemble on iTunes, Amazon, or at their website www.spiritwoodmusic.com

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