In 1844,President James K.Polk supported the acquisition of
A) Oregon.
B) Texas.
C) Cuba.
D) Oregon and Texas.
E) Cuba and Texas.

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In 1844, President James K. Polk supported the acquisition of both Oregon and Texas. Texas had recently gained independence from Mexico and was seeking annexation by the United States, while the United States had claims to Oregon territory and was in negotiations with Britain over the region's ownership.

In 1844,President James K.Polk Supported the Acquisition of