President Bush, August 20, 2008

ID: 777

President George W. Bush tours the facility as its extensive rebuilding efforts are underway

Courtesy of White House, Eric Draper

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Jackson Barracks

By Louisiana Division/City Archives, New Orleans Public Library

Jackson Barracks was established as a result of the Federal Fortifications Act, which was crafted in response to the War of 1812. Congress realized the lack of defense for coastal cities such as New…