How did Americans view the Battle of New Orleans?

A. as a great victory, even though it came after the war officially ended

B. as a tragedy, because so many American lives were lost

C. as a victory, even though they lost the port of New Orleans

D. as a stalemate, because neither side could claim a victory

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Jeremy Cross

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16 April, 06:26

How did Americans view the Battle of New Orleans?

A. as a great victory, even though it came after the war officially ended

B. as a tragedy, because so many American lives were lost

C. as a victory, even though they lost the port of New Orleans

D. as a stalemate, because neither side could claim a victory

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Madilyn Henderson · Answer 1

The answer is A. They viewed it as a victory because news had not spread of the war's end. Under the leadership of future president Jackson, the Americans won the battle making Jackson a war hero.