11th President James Knox Polk, 1846. Library of Congress. Terms: 1845-1849 Political Party: Democrat First Lady: Sarah Childress Polk Vice President: George Mifflin Dallas. Overview ...

James K. Polk. James Knox Polk was the 11th president of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849. Before he became president, Polk served as the 13th speaker of the House of Representatives ...

President James Knox Polk lived in the federal-style home owned by his parents from 1818 to 1824, ... at which time the James K. Polk Memorial Association opened the home to the public.

James Knox Polk. About 20 miles northwest of Jackson's birthplace is a site dedicated to another president. The President James Knox Polk State Historic Site in Pineville educates about the life ...

It’s not often that you hear the name of President James Knox Polk in modern political discourse. But the 11th president’s name is back out there, thanks to the admiration of the 47th ...

James Knox Polk, the 11 th president of America. His term was from 1845 to 1849. During his presidency, America saw great western expansion, according to the James K. Polk Home and Museum.

Billed as the "Manifest Destiny" candidate, Polk negotiated the Oregon territory to the north. ... 11th President James Knox Polk, 1846. Library of Congress. Terms: 1845-1849 ...