Chalmette Monument — Attraction in Louisiana

From American History classes in HS, read about the courage and commitment of Andrew Jackson against the British at the Battle of New Orleans. Coming to the Battlefield brought it to life. That experience was enhanced by the new Brian Kilmeade book about Andrew Jackson and the Miracle of New Orleans. I could visualize the battle with Jackson on horseback riding up and down the earthworks with cannon emplacements encouraging the troops as the British approached. Strategically placed signage explains the battle and brings to life the moment of that time. Due to New Year's Day holiday, regret not able to visit the Welcome Center and see the artifacts. Well done to preserve this important moment in our nations history. Bravo Zulu!! M.Garner, US Navy (Ret),...

The history of the monument began in 1839, twenty-four years after the Battle of New Orleans, when a group calling itself the Young Men's Jackson Committee was organized for the purpose of building a suitable Memorial to Andrew Jackson and his men. Although the committee was founded under a very complex constitution and began to raise funds in support of its project, these efforts failed. One year later, however, while preparing to commemorate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the battle, another formalized body invited the former war hero and president to join in the celebration of remembrance. General Jackson accepted the invitation and arrived in New Orleans aboard the steamer Vicksburg on January 8, 1840, amidst...

This is a great location for waking, biking, running, and learning about an important moment in early American history. There is a nice small museum and a video you can watch that plays whenever you press the button for it to start. In all you'd probably spend about 1.5 hours here if you're the type to stop and read all of the signs. I have been twice and always enjoy seeing this well preserved battlefield so close to NOLA. One of those places where you forget you're close to one of the major cities of...