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Polk Inauguration
- When
- March 4, 1845
- Where
- East Portico of the United States Capitol
James K. Polk was sworn in as the 11th President on March 4, 1845, at the U.S. Capitol, becoming the youngest president to that point.
The ceremony occurred at the East Portico of the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. Polk, aged 49, assumed office following his 1844 election victory. His administration began with immediate attention to Texas annexation, which had been offered by President Tyler on March 3, 1845.
Sources
- Inauguration of James K. Polk Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19
- James K. Polk Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04
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