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James K. Polk, 11th President of the United States.

James K. Polk (1795-1849) 11th president of the United States. James Knox Polk served as the 17th Speaker of the House of Representatives and Governor of Tennessee. Polk was the surprise candidate for president in 1844, defeating Henry Clay of the rival Whig Party by promising to invade and annex Texas.
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James K. Polk, 11th President of the United States.
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James K. Polk (1795-1849) 11th president of the United States. James Knox Polk served as the 17th Speaker of the House of Representatives and Governor of Tennessee. Polk was the surprise candidate for president in 1844, defeating Henry Clay of the rival Whig Party by promising to invade and annex Texas.
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3852 x 4673 px | 51.5 MB
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32.6 x 39.6 cm | 12.8 x 15.6 in (300 dpi)