Question

Number the events 1-6 in the order they occurred. _____ General Jackson orders his men to build a fortification of packed earth on the east side of the Mississippi River. _____ General Jackson arrives in New Orleans. _____ British soldiers surrender after a short battle. _____ British soldiers attempt to breach the fortification. _____ About 8,000 British soldiers gather outside of New Orleans. _____ General Jackson gathers about 4,700 volunteers

Answer 1

Here is the correct order of the events numbered from 1 to 6:

1. General Jackson arrives in New Orleans.
2. General Jackson gathers about 4,700 volunteers.
3. General Jackson orders his men to build a fortification of packed earth on the east side of the Mississippi River.
4. About 8,000 British soldiers gather outside of New Orleans.
5. British soldiers attempt to breach the fortification.
6. British soldiers surrender after a short battle.