The New York herald., 1845-06-18


ten thousand lives like that Of Wellington" and ye
one which has hardly been mentioned in tho annals
of heroism and military valor. We cannot, Of
course enter into even an outliue of this extraordl-
nary series of brilliant actions. Suffice II to say,
that Jackson finally subdued the savage tribes
reduced them to sue for pardon and peace-conclud-
ed a treatv with them-took them ont of the hands
of far more powerful enemy of his beloved coun-
try-and cleared the way for battle, single-handet
with the British, in the Gulf of Mexico, and finally
at New Orleans, where he overwhelmed them with
defeat and disgrace.
The military career of Jackson from 1914, when
he was appointed Major-General in the service of
the United States up to the glorious victory at New
Orleans, is so closely identified with the history Of
the republic, and familiar TO all, that we need not
here attempt the meagre recital to which we would
be necessarily restricted Throughout the whole OF
that arduous campaign, Jackson discovered daun'
less courage-an unshrinking patrotism-an infexi
BILE frmness-an uncouquerable herosm-and q
military skill, never surpassed by patriot hero q
any age or any nation. The last crowning event
was one worthy. of such career. As his been vel
said, "This battle Of New Orleans broke the heart
of European despotism and the man who won il
did, in thatone act, more for the good and the hon
or Of the human race, than ever was yet done BY
any other man besides himself"
Of the career of Jackson as q statesman, we have
little room left to speak But to what American
need we present the details! His appointment after
the peace as Governor Of Florida-his return to the
United States Senate-his nomination for the Presi-
dency in 1s24-his technical defeat-his election in
ls2S-his memorable veto of the Bank charter
IL e ~ D. L. ~ol.
tion-his triumphant reelection in 1832-his victory
over the Bank-all these events, and the crowd Of
important acts and movements with which his name
is associated, are universally well known.
General Jackson had no issue, but that he needed
not to perpetuate his name. His name and fame
will perish only with this republic itself As hero
statesman and private citizen, man of strict
integrity, true republican, and a devoted pa
triot, General Jackson has exhibited, in the face
of Heaven and all men, life and character worthy
to be held in everlasting remembrance.
We cannot more appropriately close this brief
sketch of the and public services of this great
man, than by adding the following highly interest
ing details of the closing scenes of his eventfu life.
This simple narrative of the pious resignaton-the
warm-hearted afection-and the gentler traits and
virtues of the 'sman of the iron will" will be read
with interest by all, and with fearful eyes by thou
sands and thousands throughout the land.
Ap. " ABOUT GENERAL JACKSON.
HERMITAGE, May 2sth, ls45
My DEAR SIR Aware of your desire to know the
condition Of the patriot Of the Hermitage in the closing
of his life write down, from day to day. during
the short visit make him. what occurs Of interest.
On my arrival found cx-President Jackson more COM
abated and his long and useful life is rapidly drawing
its close: He has not been in condition to lie down
during the last four months His feet and legs h: hands
invaded his whole system. Bandages are drawn tight
around the parts most effected to prevent as much as
possible the increase of water He has scarcely any
of his handsTh bandages removed several times
in the twenty -four hours and hc parts rubbed severely
70 restore animation and the circulation 81 the blood
Short and attended with much difficulty and the whole
progress of the disease accompanied with great suffer-
ruptured many years ago. during the Seminole
pagn in Florida and entirely destroyed and the other
much diseased When the drSpsy commenced the cough
These symptoms which had continued for years, now
gradually gave way, and almost entirely ceased Thir
followed by loss appetite aad constant
prostraton. This change took place early in April
about the first Of May darhea commenced which
seemed to threaten immediate dissolution This
tinued for few days with great suffering, but fortu.
nately reduced the swelling Of the whole system. The
abatement ofthe dierrhea was succeeded by the
in all parts with violent pain and extreme difficulty Of
breathing, when nature would again relieve itself as
above described.
Thursday. May 2o-Gen Jackson is rather more com.
Portable, having obtained from opiates sleep This
day he sat awhile to Mr.. Healy. who had been sent
by Louis Philippe the King of the French) to paint his
portrait Mr. Healy told me that it the design of
the King of the French place his portrait by the side Of
that Of Washington, which already hangs in his gallery
the most celebrated and interesting historical gallery
in the wordto surround them with the pictures Of the
most eminent Of American generals and statesmen Mr.
Heay commissioned by the king to paint the portraits
patriots surround those Of Washington and Jackson
the greatest and best country produced
also Of the osn most diving o. the
were named by Mr.. Healy to me Mr. Healy was ann.
bled to make much progress in his work to-day;
tors, more than thirty. All were admitted from
the humblest to the most renowned to take the
rable cheftan BY the hand .and bi him farewell
Among the visitors General Jesup old friend and
companion in arms The meeting of these most faithful
and gallant soldiers and servants of the republic
called to inquire in regard 70 the Generals health his
faith, and future hope The General said-"sr am in
his % goodness and mercy My lamp Of life is nsaTiy out
and the last gmmer has come. ! am ready TO depart
when called. The Bible is true. The principles and
statutes of that holy book have been the rule Of life
and have tried to conform to its spirit posi-
ble Upon that sacred volume rest my hope for eternal
salvation through the merits and blood Of our blessed
Lord and Saviour Jesus Christi Nothing further wal
said upon the subject
Friday May s0.-The General passed bad night; nj
sleep-extremely feeble this morning. Mr. Healy, with
considerable exertion the part OF the General wa
enabled to finish the portrait on which he abored will
great care IL was presented 10 the 0enerd Alter eN
amning it for minutes, he remarked to Mr. Healy-
II satisfied sir that you stand at the head Of you
profession if may be allowed to judge of my own like
ness can safely concur in the opinion of my family
this is the best that has been taken feel very mucf
obliged to you sir for the very great labor and
have been pleased to besow upon it The family wer,
all highly grat6ed with its faithfulness. consider
the most perfect have seen, gvnf
rather the remains Of the heroic pcrsonage than the fu
life that made him the most extraordinary combination
spirit and energy with slender FRAME the world eve
saw.
At9 o'clock il the custom. all the Generals family
except the few who take their turn to watch by hi
side took their leave Of him. Each Of the family ap
preached him. received his blessing, bid him farewell
kissed him, it would seem, eternal good nght-fo
he would say my work ia done for life. After his fami
y rctires it il touching witness this heroic man, wh
has faced every danger with unyelding 'front.' offer VI
his prayers for those whom Providence has committed
his care; that heaven would protect and prosper then
when he is more-praying still more fcrvently t,
God for the preservation Of his country, Of the Union
and the people Of the United States from all foreign in
fuencc and MISUNDERSTANDING his forgiveness to his
enemies and his gratitude to God for his support ant