Lewis and Clark's Expedition of 1804 1806 was of vital importance to the western expansion of the United States.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Meriwether Lewis, born on August 18, 1774, in Albemarle County, Virginia, was an American explorer, soldier, and public administrator. In 1801, President Thomas Jefferson appointed him as his personal secretary, recognizing Lewis's leadership abilities and frontier experience. Two years later, Lewis was chosen to lead the Corps of Discovery, alongside William Clark, to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory.The expedition, spanning from 1804 to 1806, aimed to map uncharted territories, establish trade with Native American tribes, and assert U.S. sovereignty over the land. Lewis meticulously documented the journey, providing valuable insights into the region's geography, flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures. Their successful navigation to the Pacific Ocean and back significantly contributed to America's westward expansion.Following the expedition, Lewis was appointed governor of the Upper Louisiana Territory in 1807. However, he faced challenges in this role, including political conflicts and financial difficulties. Tragically, on October 11, 1809, at the age of 35, Lewis died from gunshot wounds under mysterious circumstances, with debates persisting over whether it was suicide or murder.
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1. The party set out on the expedition, and pass Wood River 2. Some account of the Pawnee Indians 3. Whimsical instance of superstition of the Sioux Indians 4. Council held with the Tetons 5. Council held with the Mandans 6. The party increase in the favour of the Mandans 7. Indian method of attacking the buffaloe on the ice 8. Unusual appearance of salt 9. The party continue their route 10. Return of Captain Lewis 11. Description and romantic appearance of the Missouri at the junction of the Medicine River.
1. The party set out on the expedition, and pass Wood River 2. Some account of the Pawnee Indians 3. Whimsical instance of superstition of the Sioux Indians 4. Council held with the Tetons 5. Council held with the Mandans 6. The party increase in the favour of the Mandans 7. Indian method of attacking the buffaloe on the ice 8. Unusual appearance of salt 9. The party continue their route 10. Return of Captain Lewis 11. Description and romantic appearance of the Missouri at the junction of the Medicine River.
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