Andrew, then thirteen years old ... The deaths of his family members led to his lifelong distrust of Britain. In 1791, Jackson married Rachel Donelson Robards (1767-1828). He was her second husband; ...

Still, the old General could not maintain discipline in his own household. His nephew, Andrew Jackson Donelson, was also his secretary. Much to his surprise, dismay and displeasure, Mr. and Mrs.