THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

James K. Polk

President of the United States from 1845 to 1849 (1795–1849)

James K. Polk was born on November 2, 1795 in Pineville, United States and died on June 15, 1849, aged 53.

Born

November 2, 1795

James K. Polk died aged 53.

Died: June 15, 1849

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Birthplace
Pineville, United States
Professions
jurist, lawyer, politician, governor, planter class, statesperson
Citizenship
United States

More about James K. Polk

Zodiac sign
Scorpio
Birth name
James Knox Polk
Pseudonyms
Young Hickory
Height
173 cm

Family

Spouse
Sarah Childress Polk

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Questions people ask

How old was James K. Polk when they died?

James K. Polk died aged 53.

When is James K. Polk’s birthday?

James K. Polk’s recorded birthday is November 2.

Where was James K. Polk born?

James K. Polk was born in Pineville, United States.

How tall is James K. Polk?

James K. Polk’s recorded height is 173 cm.

What was James K. Polk’s name at birth?

James K. Polk’s recorded birth name is James Knox Polk.

When did James K. Polk die?

James K. Polk died on June 15, 1849.