United States History Question of the Day


Woodcut depicting John C. Frémont, 1856
(Source: Wikimedia Commons--public domain)


Question 0934:

Which of the following was not an accomplishment of John C. Frémont?

(A) he invaded California during the Mexican-American War
(B) he was the first Republican candidate for president
(C) he led several significant explorations of the American West
(D) he was promoted by Pres. Lincoln for his actions in Missouri during the Civil War
(E) he was a senator from California


Answer and explanation