James K. Polk
Definition
James K. Polk was the 11th President of United States (1845-1849) known for his policy of westward expansion which included Texas annexation and acquiring California from Mexico.
Analogy
Imagine James K. Polk as an ambitious real estate developer who wants to acquire more land to build on - except he's not just buying properties; he's expanding an entire country!
Related terms
Mexican-American War: A war fought between Mexico and U.S under Polk’s presidency over disputes regarding Texas border and other territorial claims.
Texas Annexation: The incorporation of Republic of Texas into United States which happened during Polk’s presidency.
Manifest Destiny: As mentioned earlier, this ideology played a significant role in policies pursued by leaders like Polk.
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