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Andrew Jackson helped James Polk's campaign by speaking on his behalf whenever he could. That might have helped Polk become the President of the United States. James Polk was also a good speaker and the fact that he married Sarah Childress-Polk might also have made a difference in his election.
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Which war does President Polk refer to in the entry?
President Polk was responsible for the Mexican American War.
President James K. Polk's profession before becoming president?
lawyer
What were James K. Polk's main goals after becoming president?
the annexation of Texas
What event led James K. Polk life led him to becoming president?
honor
Which states was President Polk responsible for annexing?
Under Polk the US gained the states that became California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico.
Who was responsible for Arlington becoming a cemetery?
President Lincoln
What was James Polk occupations before becoming president?
James K. Polk's occupation before becoming president was A lawyer and former congressman from Tennessee. People knew him as the dark horse. If you want more information log on to: http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/jamespolk/
Who was the only president to be speaker of the house?
James K. Polk is the only president who was once the Speaker of the House before becoming President of the United States. A common misconception is that President Gerald Fordwas once the Speaker of House. He was not and, instead, was once the House Minority Leader.
Who was The President most responsible for obtaining the lands of California Oregon and New Mexico for the US?
James K. Polk
Who preceded president Polk?
John Tyler preceded Polk as US president.
Who was the president that James Polk replaced?
Polk succeeded John Tyler as President.
How old was James. k Polk when he became president?
James K. Polk was 49 when he became president.
