James K. Polk (1795-1849)

James Knox Polk, 11th President of the United States (1845-1849)

He was preceded in the Presidency by John Tyler and after serving one term in office for the Democrats he was succeeded in 1849 by Zachary Taylor. His Vice-President was George Mifflin Dallas. He and his wife died without children.

Parents

Samuel Polk

Maj. Samuel Polk, of Pineville, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

1772-1827

Jane (Knox) Polk

Mrs Jane Gracy (Knox) Polk

1776-1852

Spouse

Sarah (Childress) Polk

Mrs Sarah (Childress) Polk, 11th First Lady of the United States

1803-1891

Associated Houses

Polk Place

Nashville, Tennessee

The White House

Washington D.C.