329: Andrew Jackson & The Creek War w/ Peter Cozzens
Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast
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The Battle of Horseshoe Bend and Andrew Jackson's Victory
This chapter delves into the historical events surrounding the Red Stick Creeks and their fortifications at Horseshoe Bend in Alabama in early 1814. It discusses Andrew Jackson's strategic attack to break down the fortifications, the role of Cherokee allies in the battle, and the brutal hand-to-hand combat that ensued. The aftermath of the battle, including the signing of the Treaty of Fort Jackson and the long-term implications on Native American tribes and Jackson's political career, is also explored.
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