In 1844, Polk was the leading candidate for Vice-President on the Democratic ticket with former President Martin Van Buren expected to win the nomination.

In a feat basically never before or again accomplished in the White House, President James K. Polk managed to execute nearly every single goal he established for himself at the outset of his term ...

James Knox Polk was the 11th president of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849. Before he became president, Polk served as the 13th speaker of the House of Representatives and ninth ...

In his single term from 1845 to 1849, President James K. Polk extended the United States from sea to shining sea. Polk maintained a “keen ability to balance the diverse desires of the nation ...

History Dept. The President Who Did It All in One Term — and What Biden Could Learn From Him James K. Polk is considered one of the most successful presidents, even though he did not seek ...

James K. Polk, the original "dark horse" candidate, laid out his foreign policy and domestic aims early, achieved them in one term and then declined to run again.

Is Donald Trump the Next James K. Polk? Former president Donald Trump looks on during a press conference at Trump Tower in New York City, September 6, 2024. (David Dee Delgado/Reuters) ...

Here's President John F. Kennedy: And here's his daughter Caroline Kennedy: Here's President James K. Polk: And here's his distant relative: Here's President Calvin Coolidge: And here's his relative: ...

In 1844, Polk was the leading candidate for Vice-President on the Democratic ticket with former President Martin Van Buren expected to win the nomination.