1. JAMES K. POLK 11th President of the US 1845-1849 Buschistory Presents – The Presidents www.buschistory.net

2. The Election 1. President: James K. Polk__ Number 11 VP – George Mifflin 2. Political Party Democrat 3. Term of Office _1845-1849 4. Who came before and after him, and what were their Political parties? John Tyler (Whig?) Zachary Taylor Democrat 5. Were there any unusual circumstances surrounding his ascent to the presidency? If so, describe the situation in specific detail. Whig Henry Clay was an easy choice to follow Tyler. His position against the annexation of Texas hurt him at the polls allowing the pro expansionist Polk to win the presidency.

3. The Office 6. Are there any catch phrases or terms specifically associated with this president? If so, list and explain them Manifest Destiny 54-40 or Fight 7. When he left office, was it by: choice, defeat, natural death, assassination, or resignation. Explain your answer. Polk had committed to being a one term President. He did not run in 1848

4. Domestic Issues and Events 1845 Manifest Destiny – John L O’Sullivan 1846 Independent Treasury Act – Federal funds to be deposited in small treasuries throughout the US. All debts to the Fed. Govt to be paid in Gold or Silver 1848 – Seneca Falls Convention

5. Foreign Policy and Events 1846 – Oregon Treaty settling the Western Canadian American Border at the 49 th parallel 1846-1848 Mexican War over disputed border between Texas and Mexico 1848 – Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo