20 min

Episode 44 - James K. Polk Happy Birthday Mr. President!

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James K. Polk was born on November 2, 1795 in Mecklenburg County, NC, and he was the 11th President of the United States. Historically one of our nation's lesser known presidents, Polk did more in one term than many presidents have done in two terms! Thanks to Polk, America spans "from sea to shining sea!" Learn more on this episode of #HappyBirthdayMrPresident about the first darkhorse candidate, and the man who died a short three months after leaving office at the young age of 53.

James K. Polk was born on November 2, 1795 in Mecklenburg County, NC, and he was the 11th President of the United States. Historically one of our nation's lesser known presidents, Polk did more in one term than many presidents have done in two terms! Thanks to Polk, America spans "from sea to shining sea!" Learn more on this episode of #HappyBirthdayMrPresident about the first darkhorse candidate, and the man who died a short three months after leaving office at the young age of 53.

20 min

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