James K. Polk was the 11th President of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849, and is best known for his role in expanding U.S. territory through the Mexican-American War. His presidency was marked by a strong belief in Manifest Destiny, which fueled American expansionism and led to significant territorial gains in North America, including California and New Mexico.
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