President Polk

Definition

James K. Polk was the 11th President of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849. He is known for his expansionist policies and leading the nation during the Mexican-American War.

Related terms

Manifest Destiny: The belief that it was America's destiny to spread across the continent from coast to coast.

Mexican-American War: A conflict fought between Mexico and the United States from 1846 to 1848 over disputes regarding Texas annexation and territorial expansion.

Annexation of Texas: The process by which Texas became part of the United States in 1845, causing tensions between Mexico and the U.S.