Andrew Jackson, 1844. A note previously attached to the portrait read: "This miniature Portrait of General Andrew Jackson Commander in Chief of the Forces on the glorious battle field of New Orleans fought on the Eight [sic] of January 181(5) when he overcame the Britains (finest) Troops, 'the Conquerors in the peninsula War,' is respectfully presented as a token of esteen [sic] & friendship to Edward Fitzgerald 'by my dear Child,' Your faithful Lieut. [signed] Geo. A. ; The miniature is based on the portrait by John Vanderlyn in New York City Hall.

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Size: 4144px × 4960px
Photo credit: © Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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