Young Hickory around the house! Heading back to the Volunteer State for Columbia, and the home of James Polk, 11th President! Learn about Polk's unique approach to work, his political rise and election, his tumultuous administration, his wife, Sarah, and his homes!

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Episode Page: https://visitingthepresidents.com/2022/05/10/season-2-episode-11-james-polk-and-columbia/

Season 1's  James K Polk Episode: "James K Polk and Pineville" on his birthplace!

Season 3's James K Polk Episode: "James K Polk's Tomb" on his gravesite! 

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