Explorer, major general, and politician. As an explorer, he mapped the Oregon Trail; as an army officer, he played a prominent part in conquering California during the Mexican War. As a politician, he was the first Republican presidential candidate in 1856. Ink signature, “J. C. Fremont, Maj. Genl, USA,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1.25 slip. In fine condition, with a couple trivial brushes to beginning and ending of signature. R&R COA.
