James K. Polk Ancestry, Politics, and Policies
James K. Polk scholars talked about his ancestry, politics and policies. This panel was part of a two-day conference marking the completion … read more
James K. Polk scholars talked about his ancestry, politics and policies. This panel was part of a two-day conference marking the completion of the 60-year project to assemble and edit Polk’s papers at the University of Tennessee. The East Tennessee Historical Society hosted this event. close
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