Yes, President Polk did wear a tie. During the 19th century, it was customary for men to wear ties as part of their formal attire, especially on formal occasions or while serving in public office.
Yes he did. Though I am not sure what the name of it is called, the black thing around his neck in portraits is his tie. Sorry I don't know the name.
Bow tie
John Tyler preceded Polk as US president.
Polk succeeded John Tyler as President.
James K. Polk was 49 when he became president.
IT was a purple-gray
James K. Polk (term 1845-1849) was President of the United States during the Mexican-American War.
President Polk was responsible for the Mexican American War.
Zachary Taylor was next after Polk.
James Knox Polk.
U.S President James K. Polk.
Polk was active in Tennessee politics when he ran for President.
Polk did not even want to become vice president