What Happened in Jan 1815

Andrew Jackson's 5,000 Soldiers Win A Victory Over 7,500 British Soldiers

Jackson's service in the War of 1812 against the United Kingdom was conspicuous for bravery and success. When British forces threatened New... Read more

Battle of New Orleans

On January 8, 1815, Major General Andrew Jackson led a small, poorly-equipped army to victory against eight thousand British troops at the Battle... Read more

James Madison Purchases Thomas Jefferson's Library

On January 30, 1815, President James Madison approved an act of Congress appropriating $23,950 to purchase Thomas Jefferson's library of 6,487... Read more