Lot 215
Frémont, John C (1813-90) American military officer; explorer; one of first pair of senators from California; the first presidential candidate of the Republican Party. Autograph Letter Signed "J.C. Fremont" as Major General Commanding, 1 ½ pp (recto/verso) plus integral leaf, 8" x 5", Headquarters Western Dept., St. Louis, Mo., 28 July 1861. Very good; light toning and scattered foxing; a couple of small edge splits. To Lieut. Col. John J. Fiala, a Hungarian engineer who was employed at the time in the office of the Surveyor General of Illinois and Missouri, and who had already drawn the first great map of Missouri. He would become Fremont’s chief topographical engineer, playing a major role in the construction of St. Louis’ forts.
Fremont writes, in part: "I have requested Mr. Cuddy Esq. Surveyor General of Illinois & Missouri…to dispense with your services for a short time that I may be able to engage your undivided attention to the business now under my charge, and make use of your extensive topographical knowledge of the Western Department….I invite you to join my staff….".
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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