To John C. Fremont
The poem is a tribute to the explorer John C. Fremont and his accomplishments in the American West. It portrays him as a heroic figure who embodies the spirit of adventure and discovery. The speaker praises Fremont's bravery, intelligence, and leadership skills, highlighting his role in mapping the western territories and expanding American knowledge of the region.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1841 · Genre: Poetry, Historical, Political · 379 words
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On the 31st of August, 1861, General Fremont, then in charge of the Western Department, issued a proclamation which contained a clause, famous as the first announcement of emancipation: "The property," it declared, "real and personal, of all persons in the State of Missouri, who shall take up arms against the United States, or who shall be directly proven to have taken active part with their enemies in the field, is declared to be confiscated to the public use; and their slaves, if any they have, are hereby declared free men. " Mr. Lincoln regarded the proclamation as premature and countermanded it, after vainly endeavoring to persuade Fremont of his own motion to revoke it.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1841 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Historical, Political, Social Commentary, Inspirational
- Length: 379 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing poetic devices and structure.
- Historical — It addresses historical events and figures, particularly related to the Civil War and emancipation.
- Political — The themes revolve around political actions, decisions, and their implications on freedom and governance.
- Social Commentary — It critiques societal norms and the moral implications of slavery and freedom.
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American Literature · Poetry · 19th Century · Free Verse · Nature Poetry · Social Commentary · Politics · Abolitionism · Slavery · Civil War Era · American Identity · Nationalism