John C. Fremont finally gets the order removing him from command of the Federal Army of the West and replacing him with David Hunter.

Exploring the most important 55 months in American history
John C. Fremont finally gets the order removing him from command of the Federal Army of the West and replacing him with David Hunter.
Despite the recent loss of Lexington and the scattering of his forces, John C. Fremont reports that his troops are somehow “gathering around the enemy” in Missouri.
Abraham Lincoln addresses the delicate issue of John C. Fremont’s proclamation imposing martial law in Missouri and freeing slaves belonging to disloyal masters.
John C. Fremont issues controversial orders imposing martial law throughout Missouri and authorizing the forced emancipation of slaves.