James K. Polk: Continentalistby Charles Sellers | |
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"U.S. History - Political" |
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| Pages: | 487 |
| Year of Publication: | 1966 |
| Date Added: | 11/27/2007 |
| Date Read: | 11/04/1990 |
| Notes: | This biography is in two Volumes: Jacksonian, 1795-1843 Continentalist, 1843-1846 James Knox Polk (November 2 1795 – June 15 1849) was the eleventh President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1845 to March 3, 1849. Polk was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina but mostly lived in and represented the state of Tennessee. A Democrat, Polk served as Speaker of the House (1835–1839) and governor of Tennessee (1839–1841) prior to becoming president. He is noted for his success in winning a war with Mexico and adding vast new territories. He lowered the tariff and established a treasury system that lasted until 1913. A "dark horse" in 1844, he fulfilled his promise to serve only one term, and died three months after his term ended. |
| My Rating: | 8 |