Fort Mandan
Fort Mandan
Fort Mandan
Fort Mandan
Meriwether lewis
Fort Mandan
oregon
In 1805, the Corps of Discovery spent the winter at Fort Clatsop before beginning their return trip to St. Louis. Fort Clatsop was located in Oregon County near what is now Astoria, Oregon.
It followed the Missouri River into and over the Rocky Mountains into Oregon Territory.
The winter of 1805 was spent by the Corps of Discovery at Fort Clatsop, located near present-day Astoria, Oregon. The expedition, led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, included various members such as Sacagawea, a Shoshone woman who served as an interpreter and guide. The group faced harsh weather and limited resources during their stay, which lasted from December 1805 to March 1806. This period was crucial for rest, planning, and documenting their findings before continuing their journey.
It took place from Sept.1, 1805 to Sept 22, 1805. They wanted to reach the other tribe and to reach the Pacific Ocean
1805-1806
Fort Clatsop was built in Oregon by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805-1806 as their winter encampment. They chose this location near the mouth of the Columbia River to establish a base for exploring the Pacific Northwest. The fort provided shelter and protection from the harsh winter weather during their stay in the region.