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2 giorni fa · James Knox Polk (/ p oʊ k /; November 2, 1795 – June 15, 1849) was the 11th president of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849. He also served as the 13th speaker of the House of Representatives from 1835 to 1839 and the ninth governor of Tennessee from 1839 to 1841.
- James Knox Polk, November 2, 1795, Pineville, North Carolina, U.S.
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10 mag 2024 · James K. Polk (born November 2, 1795, Mecklenburg county, North Carolina, U.S.—died June 15, 1849, Nashville, Tennessee) was the 11th president of the United States (1845–49). Under his leadership, the United States fought the Mexican War (1846–48) and acquired vast territories along the Pacific coast and in the Southwest.
2 giorni fa · On December 5, 1848, US President James K. Polk confirmed the discovery of gold in an address to Congress. As a result, individuals seeking to benefit from the gold rush—later called the "forty-niners"—began moving to the Gold Country of California or "Mother Lode" from other countries and from other parts of the United States.
5 giorni fa · In the 1844 United States presidential election, Democrat James K. Polk was elected on a platform of expanding U.S. territory to Oregon, California (also a Mexican territory), and Texas by any means, with the 1845 annexation of Texas furthering that goal.
30 apr 2024 · James K. Polk. James K. Polk served as the and 9 th governor of Tennessee and 13 th Speaker of the House of Representatives before serving as the 11 th President of the United States.
10 mag 2024 · 0. No views 22 minutes ago. "Discover the untold story of James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States, known for his unprecedented work ethic. Learn how his 12-hour workdays and ...
6 giorni fa · A. James K. Polk served as the 11th President of the United States, holding office from 1845 to 1849. Known for his role in expanding U.S. territory through the Mexican-American War, Polk's presidency led to significant land acquisitions, including parts of present-day California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
