James Knox Polk papers, 1775-1891 (inclusive), [microform].

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James Knox Polk papers, 1775-1891 (inclusive), [microform].

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122501260

The papers consist of diaries, correspondence, messages, speeches, notes, and related material documenting the personal life and political career of Congressman and United States President James K. Polk.

67 reels.

Yale University Library

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Yale University Library

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Polk, James K. (James Knox), 1795-1849

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James Knox Polk followed a career path which was blazed by Andrew Jackson. Both men hailed from southwestern North Carolina. Both migrated to Tennessee, where they practiced law and entered politics, and both were elected president of the United States. As similar as their paths were, James Polk was a different personality from his fiery predecessor. His life and career were marked by a relentless pursuit of his goals instead of the dramatic aura that perpetually surrounded Jackson. The effect...