The Life, Explorations And Public Services Of John Charles Fremont

The Life, Explorations And Public Services Of John Charles Fremont is a comprehensive biography of the famous American explorer and politician, written by Charles Wentworth Upham. The book covers Fremont's early life, his expeditions and explorations of the American West, his involvement in the Mexican-American War, and his political career as a senator and governor of California. The author provides a detailed account of Fremont's many accomplishments, including his mapping of the Oregon Trail, his discovery of the Great Salt Lake, and his role in the California Gold Rush. The book also delves into Fremont's personal life, including his marriage to Jessie Benton, daughter of a powerful senator, and his controversial dismissal from the military. Overall, The Life, Explorations And Public Services Of John Charles Fremont is a fascinating account of one of America's most influential and enigmatic figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.