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Colonel John Fremont was born in Savannah, Georgia . John was born on January 21, 1813. He was one of four major generals appointed by President Lincoln. John C. Fremont is a former United States Senator. John died on July 13 , 1890 in New York City . He was only 77 years old when he passed away. Fremont was a politician who became the first candidate of the anti-slavery Republican Party. In addition , John led four expeditions into the American West . For this reason he was known as " The Pathfinder".Furthermore, he explored the territory between the Missouri River and the northern boundary of the United States. Fremont explored that territory from 1838-1839. One of the greatest achievements John achieved was exploring the West.

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