Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of My Life is a two-volume autobiography by John Charles Fremont, an American explorer, soldier, and politician who played a significant role in the expansion of the United States during the mid-19th century. This particular volume, Part 2 of Volume 1, covers the period from 1842 to 1854 and focuses on Fremont's five journeys of western exploration during that time. Fremont's expeditions took him through the Rocky Mountains, the Great Basin, and the Sierra Nevada, among other regions, and he encountered numerous Native American tribes along the way. He also surveyed and mapped much of the western United States, contributing greatly to the country's understanding of its own geography. In addition to his exploration work, Fremont was involved in various political and military activities during this period, including serving as a senator and a general in the Mexican-American War. He also had personal struggles, including the death of his wife and the loss of his fortune. Throughout the book, Fremont provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes, people, and events he encountered, as well as his own thoughts and feelings about his experiences. The memoir offers a unique perspective on American history and the westward expansion of the United States, as well as a glimpse into the life of a remarkable individual who played a key role in shaping that history.Together With A Sketch Of The Life Of Senator Benton In Connection With Western Expansion. A Retrospect Of Fifty Years, Covering The Most Eventful Periods Of Modern History.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.
