Articles related to "Polk"
Polk by Walter R. Borneman
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
Walter Borneman has written an outstanding biography on the eleventh President of the United States, "Polk: The Man Who Transformed the Presidency and America."
polk • walter r. borneman • eleventh president • biography • dark horse
The Politics of James K. Polk
James K. Polk entered the office of the President as heir apparent to Andrew Jackson's Democratic party after the miserable failure of the Whigs under William Henry Harri
james k polk • american presidents • best presidents in us history • annexation of texas • mexican american war
James K. Polk entered the office of the President as heir apparent to Andrew Jackson's Democratic party after the miserable failure of the Whigs under William Henry Harri
james k polk • american presidents • best presidents in us history • annexation of texas • mexican american war
US Victory in the Mexican-American War
Due to the belief in the validity of Manifest Destiny, especially in military and political arenas, the United States' military had enough backing to win against Mexico.
mexican american war • manifest destiny • 1846-1848 • united states military • president james polk
Due to the belief in the validity of Manifest Destiny, especially in military and political arenas, the United States' military had enough backing to win against Mexico.
mexican american war • manifest destiny • 1846-1848 • united states military • president james polk
America's Unnecessary Wars
The War of 1812, the Mexican American War, and the Spanish War of 1898 represent conflicts that could have been avoided but were driven by expansionist motives and goals.
spanish american war • war of 1812 • mexican american war • unnecessary american wars • mr madison's war
The War of 1812, the Mexican American War, and the Spanish War of 1898 represent conflicts that could have been avoided but were driven by expansionist motives and goals.
spanish american war • war of 1812 • mexican american war • unnecessary american wars • mr madison's war
LIFE AFTER THE WHITE HOUSE, PART II
In this second article in the series, we continue to examine what each President did after they left the White House. This time we cover Presidents Jackson through Buchanan.
jackson • van buren • harrison • tyler • polk
In this second article in the series, we continue to examine what each President did after they left the White House. This time we cover Presidents Jackson through Buchanan.
jackson • van buren • harrison • tyler • polk
HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART IV
Henry Clay had his final chance at the White House in 1844, and lost in a close race. His fluctuating position on Texas probably cost him the election. He continued to serve his country with perhaps his greatest contribution, the Compromise of 1850. This was Clay's greatest accomplishment and saved the Union.
clay • polk • taylor • van buren • decmorat
Henry Clay had his final chance at the White House in 1844, and lost in a close race. His fluctuating position on Texas probably cost him the election. He continued to serve his country with perhaps his greatest contribution, the Compromise of 1850. This was Clay's greatest accomplishment and saved the Union.
clay • polk • taylor • van buren • decmorat
Henry Clay and the American Presidency
Miscalculating the mood of the American voter, Henry Clay was his own worst enemy when it came to running a successful presidential campaign.
henry clay and the presidency • clay's presidential campaigns • the election of 1824 • election of 1832 • election of 1844
Miscalculating the mood of the American voter, Henry Clay was his own worst enemy when it came to running a successful presidential campaign.
henry clay and the presidency • clay's presidential campaigns • the election of 1824 • election of 1832 • election of 1844
The All Mexico Movement 1847-1848
Politicians and civic leaders saw an opportunity to extend the goals of Manifest Destiny by using the American occupation of Mexico as a natural step toward annexation.
mexican war 1847 • mexican american war • all mexico movement • manifest destiny and mexico • central american canal
Politicians and civic leaders saw an opportunity to extend the goals of Manifest Destiny by using the American occupation of Mexico as a natural step toward annexation.
mexican war 1847 • mexican american war • all mexico movement • manifest destiny and mexico • central american canal
Antebellum Political Characters: John Slidell
John Slidell was born in New York City but as a transplant to Louisiana in 1819 dominated state politics until 1861.
louisiana • antebellum • new orleans • john slidell • senator
John Slidell was born in New York City but as a transplant to Louisiana in 1819 dominated state politics until 1861.
louisiana • antebellum • new orleans • john slidell • senator
FOR THE RECORD: PRESIDENTS IN UNIFORM, PART II
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
HOME STATE LOSERS
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED......
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
Andy Warhol Exhibition – Two Events
The Hayward Gallery, part of London's Southbank Centre, have listed two exciting public events to expand upon the exhibition "Andy Warhol: Other Voices, Other Rooms".
andy warhol • pecha kucha • brigid berlin • brigid polk • vincent fremont
The Hayward Gallery, part of London's Southbank Centre, have listed two exciting public events to expand upon the exhibition "Andy Warhol: Other Voices, Other Rooms".
andy warhol • pecha kucha • brigid berlin • brigid polk • vincent fremont
Central Florida Lakes District Fun Destination
Polk county, also known as the Central Florida Lakes District, is chock full of great attractions. Now its hospitality industry is also offering special packages.
central florida lakes district • polk county • cypress gardens • splash island water park • bok tower gardens
Polk county, also known as the Central Florida Lakes District, is chock full of great attractions. Now its hospitality industry is also offering special packages.
central florida lakes district • polk county • cypress gardens • splash island water park • bok tower gardens
Horrifying Homes for Sale
In this age of mass media murder often takes centre stage. The impact of murder reaches beyond the original deaths and can affect the area for generations.
violence • real estate value • home value • murder • suicide
In this age of mass media murder often takes centre stage. The impact of murder reaches beyond the original deaths and can affect the area for generations.
violence • real estate value • home value • murder • suicide
Training to Win
A brief outline of training needed for armies and how the U. S. Army does it.
army • jrtc • training • readiness • joint
A brief outline of training needed for armies and how the U. S. Army does it.
army • jrtc • training • readiness • joint
The Politics of Zachary Taylor
Called "Old Rough and Ready," Zachary Taylor earned his fame in the Mexican-American War, and was elected President solely on this experience.
president zachary taylor • american war heroes • mexican american war • comprimise of 1850 • american civil war
Called "Old Rough and Ready," Zachary Taylor earned his fame in the Mexican-American War, and was elected President solely on this experience.
president zachary taylor • american war heroes • mexican american war • comprimise of 1850 • american civil war
Cypress Gardens Reopens!
Cypress Gardens, known for it's magnificent gardens, southern belles and world famous ski-show has finally reopened!
florida • florida fun • cypress gardens • cypress gardens adventure park • theme park
Cypress Gardens, known for it's magnificent gardens, southern belles and world famous ski-show has finally reopened!
florida • florida fun • cypress gardens • cypress gardens adventure park • theme park
FIRST PETS, PART I
White House pets have included dogs, cats, birds, and more unusual animals such as alligators, zebras, hippos, lions, bobcats and wallabies. Read about these famous and infamous occupants of the White House.
first family • president • first lady • pets • washington
White House pets have included dogs, cats, birds, and more unusual animals such as alligators, zebras, hippos, lions, bobcats and wallabies. Read about these famous and infamous occupants of the White House.
first family • president • first lady • pets • washington
PRESIDENTIAL PASTIMES, PART I
Like everyone else, Presidents have sports and hobbies to help them relax, escape the pressures of office, and stay healthy. Although opportunities for such relaxation seem difficult to come by in the White House, most Presidents have continued their favorite sports and hobbies.
washington • adams • jefferson • madison • monroe
Like everyone else, Presidents have sports and hobbies to help them relax, escape the pressures of office, and stay healthy. Although opportunities for such relaxation seem difficult to come by in the White House, most Presidents have continued their favorite sports and hobbies.
washington • adams • jefferson • madison • monroe
Third Time's The Charm, Part I
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
Free Soil or Slave State
The Mexican War ends. The issue of Free Soil or Slave State in new territories arises. California Gold and The Wilmot Proviso.
new territories acquired at end of mexican war • issue of free soil or slave states • california gold rush • the wilmot proviso • american history
The Mexican War ends. The issue of Free Soil or Slave State in new territories arises. California Gold and The Wilmot Proviso.
new territories acquired at end of mexican war • issue of free soil or slave states • california gold rush • the wilmot proviso • american history
Virginia City, Nevada was Queen of the Comstock
Howling Wonder of the Western World, Virginia City was scene of the U. S. largest silver discovery in 1859. Yesterday's historic places tell today's visitors its story.
comstock lode • virginia city mansions • v & t railroad • chollar mine • virginia city's c street
Howling Wonder of the Western World, Virginia City was scene of the U. S. largest silver discovery in 1859. Yesterday's historic places tell today's visitors its story.
comstock lode • virginia city mansions • v & t railroad • chollar mine • virginia city's c street
Wilmot Proviso Provoked Southern Outrage
The Wilmot Proviso represented a key step toward the debate over Congressional prerogatives regarding the extension of slavery into lands acquired from Mexico in 1848.
wilmot proviso • debate over slavery • david wilmot • popular sovereignty • http://images.suite101.com/560686_com_wilmot.jpgme
The Wilmot Proviso represented a key step toward the debate over Congressional prerogatives regarding the extension of slavery into lands acquired from Mexico in 1848.
wilmot proviso • debate over slavery • david wilmot • popular sovereignty • http://images.suite101.com/560686_com_wilmot.jpgme
Thanks, But No Thanks: Silas Wright, Part III
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
Silas Wright was finally forced into accepting the governorship of New York. After a very controversial term, he was defeated for re-election by a landslide. His retirment was tragically short.
wright • jackson • van buren • democratic • whig
The Documentaries
Elvis' two outstanding documentaries. "That's The Way It Is," and "Elvis On Tour."
elvis documentaries • movies about elvis • presley
Elvis' two outstanding documentaries. "That's The Way It Is," and "Elvis On Tour."
elvis documentaries • movies about elvis • presley
Philosophy Research Base: An Essential Resource
The Philosophy Research Base is an ambitious and promising effort to provide an online meta-index with powerful search functions for philosophical research.
philosophy research base • philosophy resources • frederic giacobazzi • kirtland community college • websites
The Philosophy Research Base is an ambitious and promising effort to provide an online meta-index with powerful search functions for philosophical research.
philosophy research base • philosophy resources • frederic giacobazzi • kirtland community college • websites
We Are All Americans
He was both an Indian and a white man. A Seneca Chief and a Union Colonel. The first Native American to be Commissioner of Indian Affairs. This is Ely Parker.
ely s. parker • civil war • commissioner of indian affairs • seneca • iroquois confederacy
He was both an Indian and a white man. A Seneca Chief and a Union Colonel. The first Native American to be Commissioner of Indian Affairs. This is Ely Parker.
ely s. parker • civil war • commissioner of indian affairs • seneca • iroquois confederacy
ABC's of Oregon
Bits and pieces of trivia about Oregon State
oregon • rock • gem • bird • thunderegg
Bits and pieces of trivia about Oregon State
oregon • rock • gem • bird • thunderegg
David Rice Atchison: U. S. President for a Day
David Atchison never campaigned for president, was not inaugurated and slept most of what some consider the most important day of his life-the day he was president.
david rice atchison president for day • zachary taylor would not take oath on sunday • atchison did not run for office • atchison not inaugurated • atchison slept while president
David Atchison never campaigned for president, was not inaugurated and slept most of what some consider the most important day of his life-the day he was president.
david rice atchison president for day • zachary taylor would not take oath on sunday • atchison did not run for office • atchison not inaugurated • atchison slept while president
The Rise of James Buchanan
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
Virginia City's C Street Mirrors History
Honky-tonk music, bars, museums, shops, a four-story schoolhouse and restaurants tell tales of the city that helped finance the Civil War and the success of San Francisco
the way it was museum • bucket of blood saloon • mark twain • territorial enterprise • belcher mine
Honky-tonk music, bars, museums, shops, a four-story schoolhouse and restaurants tell tales of the city that helped finance the Civil War and the success of San Francisco
the way it was museum • bucket of blood saloon • mark twain • territorial enterprise • belcher mine
Winning Issues in Presidential Elections
Presidents of the United States have largely been chosen for what they could do for the economy and society. Some notable elections have turned on events far from home.
issues in presidential elections • domestic versus international issues • foreign policy in elections • presidential elections • successful presidential candidates
Presidents of the United States have largely been chosen for what they could do for the economy and society. Some notable elections have turned on events far from home.
issues in presidential elections • domestic versus international issues • foreign policy in elections • presidential elections • successful presidential candidates
Hunting For Green Treasure
During the depression, hordes of people would comb the woods and byways for this elusive green treasure. It became a very important staple in the meager meals of the poor. Later, through scientific discoveries and researching the history of the plant, it was found to have very valuable properties which today holds a promise for one of the worlds most dreaded diseases, AIDS.
poke salet • herb • poison • berries • roots
During the depression, hordes of people would comb the woods and byways for this elusive green treasure. It became a very important staple in the meager meals of the poor. Later, through scientific discoveries and researching the history of the plant, it was found to have very valuable properties which today holds a promise for one of the worlds most dreaded diseases, AIDS.
poke salet • herb • poison • berries • roots
PRESIDENTIAL RATING POLLS
Presidential rating polls are a regular part of election year activities. Look at a couple of polls and see how your opinions compare to the "experts."
president • polls • ratings
Presidential rating polls are a regular part of election year activities. Look at a couple of polls and see how your opinions compare to the "experts."
president • polls • ratings
F/SF Events to April 9
Here's a list of events that may be of interest to F&SF readers and writers
conventions • reading • science fiction • fantasy • moore
Here's a list of events that may be of interest to F&SF readers and writers
conventions • reading • science fiction • fantasy • moore
The Rise of Abraham Lincoln
Beginning in 1847, Abraham Lincoln entered national politics, and quickly made a name for himself for his personal convictions and blunt honesty.
politics of abraham lincoln • history of the republican party • lincoln-douglas debates • presidential election of 1860 • american civil war
Beginning in 1847, Abraham Lincoln entered national politics, and quickly made a name for himself for his personal convictions and blunt honesty.
politics of abraham lincoln • history of the republican party • lincoln-douglas debates • presidential election of 1860 • american civil war
A Teen Speaks Out
One teenager comments on the media's portrayal of teens.
teenagers in media • teenagers • youth
One teenager comments on the media's portrayal of teens.
teenagers in media • teenagers • youth
HENRY CLAY: THE GREAT COMPROMISER, PART III
Henry Clay became the leader of the opposition to Jackson and the Democratic Party. In 1840, with his party almost guaranteed to win, he was denied the nomination. He got the nomination in 1844. While in the Senate, he crafted another Great Compomise which avoided armed conflict over the tariff issue and nullification.
clay • jackson • van buren • national republican • whig
Henry Clay became the leader of the opposition to Jackson and the Democratic Party. In 1840, with his party almost guaranteed to win, he was denied the nomination. He got the nomination in 1844. While in the Senate, he crafted another Great Compomise which avoided armed conflict over the tariff issue and nullification.
clay • jackson • van buren • national republican • whig
Three Is Definitely a Crowd: Part I. The System Evolves
If there is one line political activists tire of hearing, it is the statement: "It does not matter which party is in power because nothing ever changes, and there is not a bit of difference between them". If that is true, why have so many efforts in the US to create third parties failed so miserably?
us political system • third parties in the us • alternative american political parties
If there is one line political activists tire of hearing, it is the statement: "It does not matter which party is in power because nothing ever changes, and there is not a bit of difference between them". If that is true, why have so many efforts in the US to create third parties failed so miserably?
us political system • third parties in the us • alternative american political parties
African American Women Writer’s Helping Women Authors Series:Directory
African American Independent Publicist Directory. Check back often this database is added monthly.
publicist • pr • marketing • african american • women
African American Independent Publicist Directory. Check back often this database is added monthly.
publicist • pr • marketing • african american • women
Causes of the Civil War: The Mexican War and the Wilmot Proviso
american civil war • causes of the civil war • mexican war • wilmot proviso
american civil war • causes of the civil war • mexican war • wilmot proviso
Bad US Presidents, Good Road Trip
Tour the homes of bad U.S. presidents Buchanan and Harding for insight on how bad timing or corruption can make or break a presidency.
bad president on presidents day • good road trip presidents weekend • worst presidents american history • presidential homes • american president historic sites
Tour the homes of bad U.S. presidents Buchanan and Harding for insight on how bad timing or corruption can make or break a presidency.
bad president on presidents day • good road trip presidents weekend • worst presidents american history • presidential homes • american president historic sites
Frontier Legend David Crockett
Popular during his own time, Davy Crockett became a legend at the Alamo and his fame has spread across the ages.
david "davy" crockett • davy crockett • king of the wild frontier • alamo • crockett
Popular during his own time, Davy Crockett became a legend at the Alamo and his fame has spread across the ages.
david "davy" crockett • davy crockett • king of the wild frontier • alamo • crockett
Hollywood Cemetery
Richmond, Virginia's Hollywood Cemetery is no run-of-the-mill graveyard. With so much history packed into its picturesque acres, it is worth exploring.
hollywood cemetery • richmond tourism • virginia tourism • civil war tourism • civil war burials
Richmond, Virginia's Hollywood Cemetery is no run-of-the-mill graveyard. With so much history packed into its picturesque acres, it is worth exploring.
hollywood cemetery • richmond tourism • virginia tourism • civil war tourism • civil war burials
Oregon Statehood
Oregon's Willamette Valley was the first area to be settled. The Native population had been cleared out by epidemics opening up the area to settlement.
oregon statehood 1857 • willamette valley oregon statehood • willamette valley native population • willamette indian epidemic • great migration oregon willamette
Oregon's Willamette Valley was the first area to be settled. The Native population had been cleared out by epidemics opening up the area to settlement.
oregon statehood 1857 • willamette valley oregon statehood • willamette valley native population • willamette indian epidemic • great migration oregon willamette
Ouachita Mountain Biological Station
Nestled in the Ouachita National Forest in southern Arkansas, near Mena yet far enough to feel in the middle of nowhere, lies the Ouachita Mountain Biological Station.
ouachita mountain biological station • ouachita national forest education • outdoor education arkansas • biological research station arkansas • biology research education
Nestled in the Ouachita National Forest in southern Arkansas, near Mena yet far enough to feel in the middle of nowhere, lies the Ouachita Mountain Biological Station.
ouachita mountain biological station • ouachita national forest education • outdoor education arkansas • biological research station arkansas • biology research education
The Van Buren Boys
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was the father of four sons. "The Van Buren Boys" would grow into four very different men.
van buren boys • four diverse brothers • sons of martin van buren • eighth president • political dynasty
Eighth president Martin Van Buren was the father of four sons. "The Van Buren Boys" would grow into four very different men.
van buren boys • four diverse brothers • sons of martin van buren • eighth president • political dynasty
Antebellum Trivia
Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana.
antebellum • louisiana • slave • yellow fever • immigrants
Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana.
antebellum • louisiana • slave • yellow fever • immigrants
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