James K. Polk
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In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1849 |
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Vice President(s) | George M. Dallas |
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Preceded by | John Tyler |
Succeeded by | Zachary Taylor |
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Born | November 2, 1795 Mecklenburg County, North Carolina |
Died | June 15, 1849 Nashville, Tennessee |
Political party | Democrat |
Spouse | Sarah Childress Polk |
James Knox Polk (November 2, 1795–June 15, 1849) was the eleventh President of the United States, his term was from March 4, 1845 to March 3, 1849. During his term in office he got Oregon from England and other western states from Mexico.
[edit] Early Life
Polk was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. He went to the University of North Carolina.
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