James Knox Polk (November 2, 1795 - June 15, 1849) was the 11th President of the United States (1845-1849).Polk served as the 17th Speaker of the House of Representatives (1835-1839) and Governor of Tennessee (1839-1841). Polk was the surprise (dark horse) candidate for president in 1844, defeating Henry Clay of the rival Whig Party by promising to invade and annex Texas.
James Knox Polk (November 2, 1795 - June 15, 1849) was the 11th President of the United States (1845-1849).Polk served as the 17th Speaker of the Hous...
James K. Polk Milo Milton Quaife Andrew Cunningham McLaughlin
The Diary of James K. Polk During His Presidency: 1845 to 1849. Authored by James K. Polk, Edited by Milo Milton Quaife, Introduction by Andrew Cunningham McLaughlin (VOLUME 2)
The Diary of James K. Polk During His Presidency: 1845 to 1849. Authored by James K. Polk, Edited by Milo Milton Quaife, Introduction by Andrew Cunnin...
