Western United States - History - General & Miscellaneous, Explorers - Biography, North America - History - General & Miscellaneous, Military Figures - Biography, Historical Biography - United States - 19th Century, Exploration & Discovery - History, Amer
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Overview
Known as the "Pathfinder," John C. Fremont explored the American West in the mid-1800s. He also served as one of the first senators from California and even ran for president in 1856. Trained as a surveyor, he made many maps of the U.S. frontier and named rivers and landmarks during his expeditions. The published reports of Fremont's expeditions encouraged many people to emigrate to the West.Discusses the life and work of John C. Frâemont, an explorer of the American West.
Synopsis
Known as the "Pathfinder," John C. Fremont explored the American West in the mid-1800s. He also served as one of the first senators from California and even ran for president in 1856. Trained as a surveyor, he made many maps of the U.S. frontier and named rivers and landmarks during his expeditions. The published reports of Fremont's expeditions encouraged many people to emigrate to the West.
Book Details
Published
March 1, 2004
Publisher
Children's Press(CT)
Pages
64
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780531122884