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In 1844, the Democrats were split
The three nominees for the presidential candidate
Were Martin Van Buren, a former president and an abolitionist
James Buchanan, a moderate
Louis Cass, a general and expansionist
From Nashville came a dark horse riding up
He was James K. Polk, Napoleon of the Stump
Austere, severe, he held few people dear
His oratory filled his foes with fear
The factions soon agreed
He's just the man we need
To bring about victory
Fulfill our manifest destiny
And annex the land the Mexicans command
And when the votes were cast the winner was
Mister James K. Polk, Napoleon of the Stump
In four short years he met his every goal
He seized the whole southwest from Mexico
Made sure the tarriffs fell
And made the English sell the Oregon territory
He built an independent treasury
Having done all this he sought no second term
But precious few have mourned the passing of
Mister James K. Polk, our eleventh president
Young Hickory, Napoleon of the Stump
--They Might Be Giants, "James K. Polk"
What else can I help you with?
What does the k in James K. Polk?
The "K" in James Polk's name stands for Knox
Was James Polk real name James Polk kesterson?
No. His full name is James Knox Polk.
What did James Polk do for your country?
James Polk Did Nothing For Our Country
What monuments buildings ect are named after James K. Polk?
Several monuments and buildings are named after James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States. Notably, the James K. Polk Presidential Home in Nashville, Tennessee, serves as a historic site and museum dedicated to his life and presidency. Additionally, Polk County in multiple states, including North Carolina and Florida, honors his legacy. Furthermore, the James K. Polk Memorial in Columbia, Tennessee, commemorates his contributions to American history.
Who was the President of the US during the war with Mexico?
James K. Polk (term 1845-1849) was President of the United States during the Mexican-American War.
Who was James K Polk's mom's name?
James K. Polk's mother was Jane Knox Polk.
What was James Polk most noted for?
james polk was noted for the war with Mexico
What was named in James Polk's honor?
James k Polk high school
Where do James k Polk live 2014?
where does James k Polk live
How old was James. k Polk when he became president?
James K. Polk was 49 when he became president.
What was president polk's middle name?
Knox was his middle name- Knox was his mother's maiden name.
Family tree of James K. Polk?
i. William Polk + Margaret Taylor ii. Ezekiel Franklin Polk iii. Samuel Polk + Jane Knox iv. James Knox Polk
