Object Details author Sellers, Charles Grier Notes Vol. 2 has title: James K. Polk, continentalist, 1843-1846 Contents [v. 1] Jacksonian, 1795-1843 -- Old Mecklenberg -- Growing up with the West -- ...

“From sea to shining sea” may very well have served as the professional motto of James K. Polk, our 11th president. Although he served only one term, he was one ...

Which is why the day he received a land patent signed by President James Polk must have been a joyful one for George Cary of DuPage County. The 40 acres was his. Nobody else could lay claim to it.

James Knox Polk, 2 Nov 1795 - 15 Jun 1849 Credit Line Owner: Amon Carter Museum of American Art Date c. 1847-49 Object number P1981.65.12 Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply Type Photograph ...

He has an unusual fascination with two obscure 19th-century presidents — James K. Polk and William McKinley. Both championed what many consider outdated policies that Trump is now trying to ...