Most people believe that the first significant gold rush occurred in California. This is a common misconception because the California gold rush is well-documented and widely regarded as one of our country’s most pivotal periods. But did you know where it all began? The first gold rush in the United States began in North Carolina […]
President Andrew Jackson swore a lot, and so did his parrot, Poll. The parrot was said to be an African grey parrot and was originally purchased as a gift for his wife, Rachel. Still, after her death, President Jackson became the parrot’s caretaker. But did you know that Poll learned to mimic Jackson’s language? Poll,
James K. Polk “James Polk” redirects here. For other people with the same name, see James Polk (disambiguation). James Knox Polk (November 2, 1795 – June 15, 1849) was the 11th president of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849. He previously was Speaker of the House of Representatives (1835–1839) and Governor of Tennessee
