Memoir Of The Life And Public Services Of John Charles Fremont

Memoir Of The Life And Public Services Of John Charles Fremont is a comprehensive biography written by John Bigelow. The book covers the life and career of John Charles Fremont, an American explorer, politician, and military officer who played a significant role in the expansion of the United States in the mid-19th century. The book begins with an introduction to Fremont's childhood and early life, including his education, family background, and early career as a surveyor. It then goes on to detail his expeditions to the American West, including his exploration of the Oregon Trail and his famous expedition to California during the Mexican-American War. The book also covers Fremont's political career, including his unsuccessful bid for the presidency in 1856, his appointment as governor of the Arizona Territory, and his service as a Union general during the Civil War. Throughout the book, Bigelow provides insights into Fremont's character, motivations, and accomplishments, as well as the political and social context of the times in which he lived. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and engaging portrait of one of America's most important historical figures.Including An Account Of His Explorations, Discoveries And Adventures On Five Successive Expeditions Across The North American Continent; Voluminous Selections From His Private And Public Correspondence; His Defence Before The Court Martial, And Full Reports Of His Principal Speeches In The Senate Of The United States.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.