Mission
Keeping spirits up in the ranks was an essential military goal. Music, games, pageantry, and battlefield awards were all part of this effort. The Museum features historic battalion flags, parade uniforms, honors and decorations dating back to the American Revolution.
History
Jackson Barracks: Building the U.S. Army Post…..
President Andrew Jackson signed a Congressional bill on July 19, 1832 that provided $87,000 for the building of a post to house U.S. troops. An additional $107,500 was appropriated by Congress bringing the total cost to over $180,000. The site for Jackson Barracks was purchased on December 16, 1833 from Pierre Cotteret. The area was chosen for its close proximity to the city and the four forts guarding it against a seaborne invasion like Jackson had faced here in 1815. The forts would be the first line of defense and the barracks would serve as the main supply and troop center, sending these things where most needed in the time of attack. View Complete History
