{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/697412ce283ec80e1517e5a4/699908660e5c959d5959c662?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"James K. Polk: The Dark Horse President","description":"In this episode, we explore the chaotic 1844 Democratic convention, where a political deadlock led to the unexpected nomination of James K. Polk, a \"dark horse\" candidate not even present at the gathering. We then learn how Polk, driven by a relentless work ethic and a clear vision of Manifest Destiny, dramatically expanded the United States during his single term in office.<br><br><br><b>Chapters</b><br>00:00 1844 Baltimore Convention<br>00:18 Van Buren's Downfall<br>04:46 The Dark Horse Emerges<br>08:32 Polk's Presidential Promise<br>10:00 Manifest Destiny and War<br>16:29 Polk's Legacy and Aftermath","author_name":"History: Hits and Stories"}