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University of Groningen

American History: Essays: Andrew Jackson and the Bankwar: Election of 1832

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the political maneuverings that went on behind the scenes during the election campaign of 1832 leading to the nomination of Van Buren as Vice-President, and postponing movement on the Bank war. When the issue of the nomination...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: The Presidents Biography: 8. Martin Van Buren

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of President Martin Van Buren featuring his professional life. Find details of the era and his domestic policy, foreign affairs, and presidential politics.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: American Presidency: Martin Van Buren

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biographical sketch of America's eighth president includes background information on the era in which he served and linked-to objects from the Smithsonian's collections that help define the man and his presidency.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: Mathew Brady's Portraits: Martin Van Buren

For Students 9th - 10th
Short biographical note about Martin van Buren, illustrated with a portrait photograph (circa 1856) taken by Mathew Brady, celebrated portrait and Civil War photographer.