"The Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon and California" by John Charles Frémont is a historical narrative chronicling Frémont's mid-19th century exploration of the American West. The book focuses on his travels through the Rocky Mountains, Oregon, and California, offering observations concerning geography and Native American cultures. Frémont's account begins with his departure from St. Louis in May 1842 with a varied team, including the renowned Kit Carson, prepared to face the expedition's challenges. His descriptions paint pictures of the rugged landscapes, the daily life of the expedition members, and encounters with indigenous peoples, highlighting the adventures and challenges the team faced as they started their travels across the plains.
The Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon and California To which is Added a Description of the Physical Geography of California, with Recent Notices of the Gold Region from the Latest and Most Authentic Sources
By John Charles Frémont
Embark on a journey through the American West with a team of explorers as they brave treacherous landscapes, encounter indigenous tribes, and document the untamed beauty of the Rocky Mountains, Oregon, and California.
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About the AuthorJohn Charles Frémont was an American explorer, military officer, and politician. He was a United States senator from California and was the first Republican nominee for president of the U.S. in 1856 and founder of the California Republican Party when he was nominated. He lost the election to Democrat James Buchanan when the vote was split by Know Nothings.
John Charles Frémont was an American explorer, military officer, and politician. He was a United States senator from California and was the first Republican nominee for president of the U.S. in 1856 and founder of the California Republican Party when he was nominated. He lost the election to Democrat James Buchanan when the vote was split by Know Nothings.
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