"History of the Expedition under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. 1." by Meriwether Lewis is a gripping true story of adventure in early America. It tells how Lewis and Clark led a group of explorers across the wild lands bought by the U.S. government, pushing westward to find a path to the Pacific Ocean. The book shares stories of meeting different Native American tribes, seeing amazing landscapes and animals, and dealing with tough times on the trail. The first part prepares the reader for the great journey, describing what Lewis and Clark did to get ready in 1804, who joined the crew, all the items they packed, and how they started where the Wood River meets the Missouri River. Readers learn about the first meetings with tribes like the Osage, and the troubles of traveling the Missouri River with its fast currents and changing weather. The book's exciting beginning shows the brave spirit of exploring and finding out about the American frontier.
History of the Expedition under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. 1. To the Sources of the Missouri, Thence Across the Rocky Mountains and Down the River Columbia to the Pacific Ocean. Performed During the Years 1804-5-6.
By Meriwether Lewis
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the early American frontier with two captains as they face untamed wilderness, navigate treacherous rivers, and encounter the native peoples of a new land, all in the name of exploration and discovery.
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About the AuthorMeriwether Lewis was an American explorer, soldier, politician, and public administrator, best known for his role as the leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, also known as the Corps of Discovery, with William Clark.
Their mission was to explore the territory of the Louisiana Purchase, establish trade with, and sovereignty over the natives near the Missouri River, and claim the Pacific Northwest and Oregon Country for the United States before European nations. They also collected scientific data and information on indigenous nations. President Thomas Jefferson appointed him Governor of Upper Louisiana in 1806. He died in 1809 of gunshot wounds, in what was either a murder or suicide.
Meriwether Lewis was an American explorer, soldier, politician, and public administrator, best known for his role as the leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, also known as the Corps of Discovery, with William Clark. Their mission was to explore the territory of the Louisiana Purchase, establish trade with, and sovereignty over the natives near the Missouri River, and claim the Pacific Northwest and Oregon Country for the United States before European nations. They also collected scientific data and information on indigenous nations. President Thomas Jefferson appointed him Governor of Upper Louisiana in 1806. He died in 1809 of gunshot wounds, in what was either a murder or suicide.
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