#20: Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson was the seventh President of the United States from 1829 to 1837. His presidency remains a tapestry woven with controversy, marked by his unwavering stance on key issues. Jackson’s legacy is undeniably complex, for he was both a formidable champion of the common person and a polarizing figure with a penchant for harsh policies toward Native Americans.
In one of the darkest chapters of his presidency, Jackson oversaw the forced removal of thousands of Native Americans from their ancestral lands, a tragic episode forever etched in history as the infamous Trail of Tears. His enduring impact is commemorated on the twenty-dollar bill, constantly reminding him of his prominent place in the annals of American political history.