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What was Mr Polk's War?
It was the Mexican-American war in 1846-1848. It was called "mr. Polk's war" by those who believed that president James K. Polk's aggression was an attempt to extend slavery. They called it this to take away national support of the war.
What presidents took away the Mexican land from them?
First Sam Houston later President of Texas and after that U.S. President James K. Polk
Was James K. Polk the youngest president to die?
No, James K. Polk was not the youngest president to die. He passed away at the age of 53, which was relatively young compared to some of his predecessors and successors. The title of the youngest president to die goes to John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated at the age of 46.
Where did john Knox Polk live after his presidency?
President John Knox Polk didn't live for very long after his presidency- he died in 1849, about 100 days after leaving office. His home was in Nashville, Tennessee, and that is where he was buried.
Why did northerners call the war with Mexico Mr Polk's war?
They (wrongfully) believed that president James K. Polk's aggression was an attempt to extend slavery. They called it this to take away national support of the war. Actually, he wanted California at all costs. He got away with it, but ultimately, the new acquired territories vs. slavery question led to the American Civil War.
Did ben Franklin want to break away from Britain or stay with Britain?
he wanted to break away from Britain (England)
Which colony was the furthest away from Britain?
which penel colony was the furthest away from britain
How far is Thailand away from Britain?
Thailand is 9,509.31 kilometres (5,908.82 miles) away from Britain.
Which penal colony was the furthest away from Britain?
which penel colony was the furthest away from britain
What did the second continental congress do to formally declare to the colonies free from Great Britain?
They decided to completely break away from Great Britain.
Where is the liberty party formed?
A 3rd party w/ James Birney for its candidate. When they though Birney he took the votes away from Henry Clay which lead them to both have less votes and James Polk comes in for the win of the election and Polk was called the dark Horse.
Who were Party candidates running for US president in 1844?
In the 1844 U.S. presidential election, the main candidates were James K. Polk for the Democratic Party, Henry Clay for the Whig Party, and James G. Birney representing the Liberty Party. Polk, advocating for westward expansion and the annexation of Texas, won the election. Clay, although initially a strong candidate, faced challenges that ultimately led to his defeat. Birney's candidacy focused on the abolition of slavery, which drew votes away from Clay in key states.
