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Andrew Jackson served as President of the United States from 1829 to 1837. His presidency was marked by significant events such as the implementation of the Indian Removal Act, which led to the Trail of Tears, and his opposition to the Second Bank of the United States, which had lasting effects on American banking and politics. Jackson was a prominent figure in the establishment of the Democratic Party and he is often celebrated and criticized for his populist approach and controversial policies, reflecting the complex nature of his legacy in American history. Other presidents listed served during different times; for example, Martin Van Buren succeeded Jackson and served from 1837 to 1841, while James Monroe and Thomas Jefferson had earlier administrations.