Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04575 Author/Creator: Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 February 1849 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25.4 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Obliges recipient's request to be introduced to Colonel Fremont and General Smith if he decides to travel to California. Assures him that the reports of abundant gold resources are true. Buchanan is unable to suggest the best route to California over land, but suggests taking a boat to Chagres, Panama, and crossing the isthmus to board the steamer for San Francisco.
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