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Thomas Jefferson had dreamed of exploring the West for at least 20 years before he even became President. In 1783 he had even asked William Clark's brother, George, to take on the challenge. The Louisiana Purchase would later alter the character of the planned expedition from an exploration of French territory to a first glimpse of lands that, in the view of many contemporaries, were essential to maintaining the agrarian, republican character of the nation.
After finally purchasing the Louisiana Territory, and two weeks before inauguration day Jefferson asked Lewis, in January of 1803, to go on the journey. Jefferson then requested $2500 from Congress to pay for the costs of the trip.
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What ocean did Lewis and Clark journey to?
Lewis and Clark journeyed to the pacific ocean
What are two adjectives are descriptive phrases that describe Lewis and Clark's expedition?
Long journey and exploration
The western terminus of Lewis and Clark's journey was closest to what River?
The Columbia or Missouri River. I think :)
Who did Jefferson send to explore the Louisiana territory?
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, and Zebulon Pike
Who did president Jefferson hire to explore the Louisiana Purchase in 1803?
The Lewis and Clark Expedition : Captain Meriwether Lewis and Second Lieutenant William Clark .
What ocean did Lewis and Clark journey to?
Lewis and Clark journeyed to the pacific ocean
Did Lewis and Clark meet any new people on their journey?
Yes, Lewis and Clark encountered several Native American tribes during their journey, such as the Mandan, Shoshone, Nez Perce, and Chinook. They also came into contact with various indigenous peoples who had not previously encountered European Americans.
In what year did Lewis and Clark leave for their expedition?
First of all, it was Meriwhether Lewis who was assigned to explore the West. Clark would offer to join up with the Discovery Corps weeks after Meriwether Lewis started his journey in Pittsburgh (yes, that's right, Pittsburgh, not St. Louis. Check out the related link to the Lewis and Clark Journals for that TRUE fact) And Lewis began his journey in 1803.
What kinds food could not be brought on Lewis and Clark's journey?
Foods that would rot over time were not allowed on Lewis and Clark's Journey.
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.
Who did Lewis bring a companion on the journey?
Clark.
Who went on the Lewis and Clark journey?
sacajuwea
Who was in the Lewis and Clark journey that was a woman?
Sacagawea
Where did Lewis and Clark return after their Journey?
Missouri.
What did Lewis and clark find on the journey?
nothing
Who helped Lewis and clark on their journey?
Lewis and Clark were helped by a Native American woman named Sacagawea who acted as an interpreter and guide, as well as several members of the Corps of Discovery expedition team. They also received assistance from various Native American tribes along their journey.
Who had a slave named york?
William clark of the Lewis and clark journey
