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William Hawkins Polk

William Hawkins Polk served as a representative for Tennessee (1851-1853).

  • Independent
  • Tennessee
  • District 6
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Tennessee

Representing constituents across the Tennessee delegation.

District District 6

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1851-1853

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

William Hawkins Polk served as a Representative from Tennessee in the United States Congress from 1851 to 1853. A member of the Independent Party, William Hawkins Polk contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office.

William Hawkins Polk’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, William Hawkins Polk participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents, helping to shape the laws and policies that governed the nation.

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