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William Clark (August 1, 1770 -- September 1, 1838) was an American explorer, soldier, Indian agent, and territorial governor. A native of Virginia, he would also grow up in pre-statehood Kentucky before later settling in what later became the state of Missouri. Along with Meriwether Lewis, Clark led the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803 to 1805 across the Louisiana Purchase to the Pacific Ocean. Before the expedition he served in a militia and the United States Army, while afterwards he served in a militia and as governor of the Missouri Territory. From 1822 until his death he held the position of Superintendent of Indian Affairs. This is SuperDJ888 thanks this helped me pass a test. ;)

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He became famous because of his older brothers . Because Clark was to young to battle his brother fought in war............

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before William clark was famous he hated people

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When was William Clark less famous?

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Is there any famous people William Clark was related to?

george rogers clark


What is William Clark most famous for?

He was a famous explorer who lived from 1770 to 1838.


What famous person was William clark related to?

meriwether lewis


What is William Clark famous for?

William Clark along with Meriwether Lewis formed the famous explorers Lewis and Clark. They went on a three year expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory. They were also tasked with claiming the Oregon Territory for the United States.


Why did William Clark want to be an explorer?

William Clark came from a family of pioneers. His brother was a famous trapper. He realized early in his life that he would be an explorer.


What did William Clark do before the expedition?

he was a trapper and a mapmaker


Who are the three famous explorers?

Meriwether Lewis William Clark Christopher Columbus


How do you spell Louis and clark?

The correct spelling is "Lewis and Clark," referring to Meriwether Lewis and William Clark who led the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition in the early 19th century.


What are Lewis and Clark's full names?

Lewis and Clark's full names are Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Their famous journey lasted from 1804 until the fall of 1806.


What did William Clark do to become famous?

he sat down to eat chease balls all the time


How famous was William Clark?

William Clark was indeed so famous that he has 5 counties, 1 plant, 1 fish, 2 birds, 3 rivers and 1 nuclear submarine name after him. He also has his star emplaced in the St. Louis Walk of fame.