11 - James K. Polk

16 - Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln – 1861–1865. As the United States is torn apart by the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln fights to preserve the Union, abolish slavery, and prevent European powers from recognizing the Confederacy. His presidency forever transforms the nation and its place in the world. An original podcast by Atlantic Perspectives (www.atlanticperspectives.org). Music licensed via Epidemic Sound Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - Taylor - Fillmore - Pierce - Buchanan

Zachary Taylor - 1849-1850. Millard Fillmore - 1850-1853. Franklin Pierce - 1853-1857. James Buchanan - 1857-1861. Taylor, Fillmore, Pierce and Buchanan lead the United States through one of the most turbulent periods in its history. As immigration grows, relations with Europe evolve, and the slavery debate intensifies, the Union moves steadily closer to civil war. An original podcast by Atlantic Perspectives (www.atlanticperspectives.org [http://www.atlanticperspectives.org]). Music licensed via Epidemic Sound. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

11 - James K. Polk

James K. Polk - 1845-1849. James K. Polk enters the White House with a clear goal: expand the United States from the Atlantic to the Pacific. During a single term, Texas joins the Union, the Oregon dispute with Great Britain is resolved, and the Mexican–American War leads to the acquisition of vast new territories, including California. An original podcast by Atlantic Perspectives (www.atlanticperspectives.org). Music licensed via Epidemic Sound. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

8 - 9 - 10 - Van Buren - Harrison - Tyler

Martin Van Buren - 1837-1841. William Henry Harrison - 1841. John Tyler - 1841-1845. Three presidents lead the United States through a pivotal period of political transformation. As Democrats and Whigs establish America's first lasting two-party system, the country faces economic crisis, constitutional uncertainty, growing tensions with Britain, and the annexation of Texas. A key chapter in the story of a young republic finding its political identity. An original podcast by Atlantic Perspectives (www.atlanticperspectives.org). Music Licensed via Epidemic Sound. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

6 - John Quincy Adams

John Quincy Adams – 1825–1829. John Quincy Adams is perhaps the American president most deeply shaped by Europe. A career diplomat and one of the architects of the Monroe Doctrine, he champions a clear vision: the United States should stay out of European conflicts, while Europe should stay out of American affairs. An original podcast by Atlantic Perspectives (www.atlanticperspectives.org). Music licensed vie Epidemic Sound. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.