MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855
THE MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR
Question
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Who wins the election of 1844?
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Henry Clay
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Antonio Lopez
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Steven Austin
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James K. Polk
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The 1844 United States presidential election was the 15th quadrennial presidential election, held from Friday, November 1 to Wednesday, December 4, 1844. Democrat James K. Polk defeated Whig Henry Clay in a close contest turning on the controversial issues of slavery and the annexation of the Republic of Texas.
Detailed explanation-2: -Polk?” An experienced speaker, Polk surprised everyone when he campaigned vigorously and won the presidency on November 5, 1844. He was called a “dark horse” candidate because he was not expected to beat his opponent, Henry Clay of the Whig Party, to become the 11th president of the United States.
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