James K. Polk: A Biographical Companion
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Book Description
In 1844, James K. Polk was not a promising presidential nominee-he was not popular, charismatic, or even well known. But by the time he left office in 1849, he had acquired the enormous Oregon Territory by negotiation and had taken by force more than half of Mexico's territory, an area of about 500,000 square miles.
Yet Polk's territorial successes inspired the rancoro... More
Book Information
Publisher | ABC-Clio Inc |
Binding | Hardcover (2 editions) |
Reading Level | Young Adults |
# of Pages | 280 |
ISBN-10 | 1576070565 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1576070567 |
Publication Date | 12/01/2001 |
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