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How did the us get the Oregon territory?
In 1846 under President James K. Polk the U.S. signed a treaty with Britain that gave the U.S. possession of the Oregon territory.
How did James Polk gain the Oregon territory from Britain?
He and his secretary of state negotiated a treaty with Britain that settled the boundary question.
How much did Oregon cost?
Lewis and Clark explored parts of Oregon as part of the Louisiana Territory. In 1846 under President James K. Polk the U.S. signed a treaty with Britain that gave the U.S. possession of the Oregon territory.
Who was the US president from 1846-1848?
James Polk
Did James K. Polk get Oregon?
The northern boundary of the Oregon territory was settled by a treaty with Britain while Polk was president. He settled for less that the 54-40 he had campaigned for.
What dispute with Britain was settled in 1846?
In 1846, Congress and President James Polk discussed passing a resolution to terminate the joint occupancy agreement with the British. Both countries claimed to have a right to the United States.
How did the president James Polk deal with the dispute between the US and great Britain over Oregon country?
Polk's Secretary of State, James Buchanan negotiated a treaty with Great Britain that provided a peaceful solution to the Oregon boundary dispute. They settled for less than the 54th parallel boundary Polk had campaigned for .
How did James K. Polk deal with his major conflict?
Polk's Secretary of State, James Buchanan negotiated a treaty with Great Britain that provided a peaceful solution to the Oregon boundary dispute. They settled for less than the 54th parallel boundary Polk had campaigned for .
How did the US and Britain settle their dispute over Oregon?
The dispute over the northern boundary of the U.S. claim to the Oregon Territory was was settled in the Treaty of Oregon of 1846, during the presidency of James K. Polk. The treaty established the boundary between British Canada and the U.S. at 49-degrees latitude. -- Contributed by Ray Kovach, Chicago, IL
Which US President provoked the War with Mexico in 1846?
James Knox Polk.
What country did James Knox Polk declare war against in 1846?
Mexico
Why did James Polk support us and Oregon territory?
Polk negotiated a treaty with Britain which provided a peaceful settlement to the northern boundary dispute. He compromised his 54-40 or fight slogan, settling for less.
