The Barboursville Bracket - Round Three

#1 Zachary Taylor - 12th President: Taylor was not a notable President, not one we talk about as one of the greats, but in terms of war heros, he definitely deserves merit. Taylor fought in three wars ( the War of 1812, the Black Hawk War and the Second Seminole War) during his 40 year career in the U.S Army. Following the success of one of the largest battles during the Second Seminole War, Taylor, always prepared to get deep in a brawl became known as "Old Rough and Ready." He found victory once agin during the Mexican-American War where he caused many, many casualties to the opponent. The City of Monterey which was said to have a forcefield around it, was captured by Taylor and his men in only three days. This led to the ultimate surrender and treaty in which Taylor managed to show an inkling of mercy.

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#4 James K. Polk - 11th President: A real sonofabitch, President Polk seems like he would cut ya for looking the wrong way. As evidence: He threatened war with Britain over the issue of which nation owned the Oregon Country. Then, THEN, when Mexico rejected America's not at all legal plan to annex Texas, Polk led the nation into war and succeeded wildly against our amigos to the sur. Just for good measure, he also established a treasury system that lasted for nearly seven decades. Those are all good, but this is amazing: As a 17-year-old, Polk had surgery to remove urinary stones. During the successful operation, he remained awake the entire time with nothing but brandy available for anesthetic. Get some!