Our 11th president, James Knox Polk, lived in his parents’ home here from 1818-1824, until he got married.Furnishings from the period, not necessarily owned by James Polk.This table was owned by the Polks.President James K. Polk, 1845.President James K. Polk, 1849. Quite a bit of aging in 4 years.He campaigned and was elected on specific issues and promises, and he delivered what he promised, much like President Donald J. Trump did.
