Life Of Col. Fremont

“Life of Col. Fremont” offers a detailed biographical account of John C. Frémont, a pivotal figure in 19th-century American history. Written by Horace Greeley, this biography explores Frémont’s multifaceted career as an explorer, military officer, and politician. The narrative chronicles Frémont’s expeditions into the American West, highlighting his role in mapping and opening up new territories. It delves into his military service, including his involvement in the Mexican-American War, and examines his foray into politics, notably his nomination as the first presidential candidate of the Republican Party.Greeley’s biography provides insights into Frémont’s character, ambitions, and the controversies that marked his public life. This book offers a valuable perspective on the life and times of a man who significantly influenced the course of American expansion and political development. It remains a relevant resource for understanding the complexities of 19th-century America and the enduring legacy of John C. Frémont.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.