This illustration from 1861 shows Major General John C. Fremont, in his prairie costume, by illustrator M. Nevin published in Harper's Weekly magazine.
Source: Library of Congress
Columns, Opinion
John Fremont’s Colorado legacy
John Charles Fremont (1813-1890) is a famous and infamous figure in the 19th century. He was a major general for the Union Army during the Civil War, served as a U.S. senator from California, and led expeditions throughout the Western territories.
