James K. Polk

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15 mentions 10 recordings first heard Feb 2025 last heard 19 Sep ↑11 vs the 12 months before

10th U.S. president who oversaw major territorial expansion

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Robert ReminiA Short History of the United States · A Short History of the United States - Robert Remini · 5:42:50 · 19 Sep
…Before Texas was actually admitted, Tyler had ceased to be president, but Polk carried out his policy, and on July 4, 1845, Texas became one of the United States.…
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Robert ReminiA Short History of the United States · A Short History of the United States - Robert Remini · 5:41:48 · 19 Sep
…Instead, they nominated James K. Polk of Tennessee, an outspoken favorer of the admission of Texas.…
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Don WildmanAmerican History Hit · America's Worst President · 31:25 · 7 Sep
…Our producer, Freddie's pick for worst ever, James K. Polk.…
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Robert ReminiA Short History of the United States · Short History of the United States - Edward Channing · 5:13:01 · 5 Sep
…Polk of Tennessee, an outspoken favor of the admission of……
TK KellmanSleepy History · The Pony Express · 13:53 · 6 Aug
…Months later, President Polk confirmed to Congress that, yes, indeed,……
UnknownA Short History of the United States · Famous American Statesmen - Sarah Knowles Bolton · 6:27:12 · 26 Jul
…James K.…
UnknownA Short History of the United States · Famous American Statesmen - Sarah Knowles Bolton · 5:29:57 · 26 Jul
…Polk of Tennessee was elected.…
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