First, to record new species of animals and plants. Second, to study the geography. Finally, to claim the land because some parts have French and Spanish claim.
To find the northwest passage, to map the area and to find new animals and plants. READ YOUR HISTORY PEOPLES!
To find the northwest passage, to map the area and to find new animals and plants. READ YOUR HISTORY PEOPLES!
Their goal was to explore the Louisiana Purchase.
Near the beginning and then again towards the end of their multi-year journey from the "civilized" United States to the Pacific Ocean and back again, the Lewis & Clark Expedition ran into trouble with Sioux natives. Minor problems such as petty theft, travel delays, and unclear (or inaccurate) scouting reports were experienced. More significantly, the Expedition was physically threatened by groups of Sioux on several occasions, with blood being shed in several cases.
The main goal of the entire expedition was to find an all river route to the Pacific Ocean, which they didn't find. Other goals were: 1.) To map, measure and mark all rivers, streams, islands, other natural landmarks, etc. 2.) To establish peaceful relations with any Native Americans they may encounter 3.) To write down any useful information about said Natives (agriculture, food, clothing, laws, etc.) 4.) To record any new animals or plant life they may come upon 5.) To record the location of any mineral or metals they may find 6.) To record the climate, the temperature, and season dates of every day of the expedition
thomas jefferson told them to go on the expedition
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was president at the time of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. infact, he sent Lewis out to explore and Lewis chose Clark to come along. So, Thomas Jefferson had a huge influence on the expedition.
He let sacagawea help Lewis and Clark on there expedition.
Thomas Jefferson
the Lewis and clark expedition.
President Jefferson needed Lewis and Clark to map the Louisiana Territory and to explore it.
The expedition was started by President Jefferson and it was to explore the Missouri River.
They were paid to do it by President Thomas Jefferson
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