The Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon and California by Frémont
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"The Exploring Expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon and California" by Brevet Colonel J.C. Frémont is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work documents Frémont's extensive exploration of the American West, specifically focusing on the Rocky Mountains, Oregon, and California, and provides vital insights into the geography and indigenous cultures of the time. The opening of the book introduces Frémont as he sets off on his exploration with a
team made up of diverse individuals, including skilled hunters and guides like the famous Kit Carson. As he details his departure from St. Louis in May 1842, readers are immersed in the preparations for the arduous journey ahead. Initial accounts describe the challenges they face, such as navigating bad weather and logistical complexities while traversing the plains. Frémont provides a vivid depiction of the landscapes, the camp scenes, and interactions with local tribes, setting the stage for a compelling narrative that promises adventure and discovery throughout the expedition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Frémont, John Charles, 1813-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title |
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 |
| Credits | Produced by Larry Mittell and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Rocky Mountains |
| Subject | United States -- Discovery and exploration |
| Subject | California -- Gold discoveries |
| Subject | Pacific States -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9294 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-09294-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Sep 2, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 4017 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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