mar 3, 1847 - 50 40 or fight
Description:
Polk called for expansion that included Texas, California, and the entire Oregon territory. The northern boundary of Oregon was the latitude line of 54 degrees, 40 minutes. "Fifty-four forty or fight!" was the popular slogan that led Polk to victory against all odds.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 3, 1847
Now
~ 179 years ago