• James K. Polk
    Bureau of Engraving and Printing
    portrait
    engraving
    This engraving of President James K. Polk was produced by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Prior to his time in the White House, President Polk served in the United States House of Representatives and was governor of Tennessee. He served as president from March 4, 1845 until March 4, 1849.