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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03199 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1827 |
| Title | Michael T. Simpson to J. M. Haldeman regarding his visit to Andrew Jackson's farm in Tennessee |
| Date | 16 July 1827 |
| Author | Simpson, Michael T. (fl. 1827) |
| Recipient | Haldeman, J. M. |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Relates the events of his visit to Jackson's farm in Tennessee. Describes Jackson as a "great American Cincinnatus," friendly, personable, and even-tempered. Says Jackson prefers a quiet life, "but will serve the people, if by them chosen." Calls Mrs. Jackson a "devout Christian" and "a lady in her manners," and praises her highly. Says that both are displeased by the insults they have taken during the campaign, but not angered. |
| Subjects | Classical World and Ancient Civilization President Election First Lady Religion Politics Government and Civics Women's History |
| People | Simpson, Michael T. (fl. 1827) Haldeman, Jacob Miller (1781-1856) |
| Theme | Arts & Literature; The Presidency; Religion; Women in American History; Children & Family; Government & Politics |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |