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John Ordway was one of the sergeants from the United States Army who stepped forward as a volunteer for the expedition. Ordway had many responsibilities on the trip, such as issuing the provisions, appointing guard duties, and keeping the registers and records.

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Did Lewis and Clark go in the army?

Yes. Lewis and Clark had both been in the army before the expedition. Lewis had been a captain and Clark a lieutenant. They were reinstated for the purposes of the expedition.


How many men died in the Lewis and Clark expedition?

The only man known to have died during the Lewis and Clark Expedition was Sergeant Charles Floyd. Sergeant Floyd was born in Kentucky and was one of the first men to enlist in the expedition, on August 1, 1803. On August 20, 1804, he died from what is generally thought to have been a ruptured appendix. He is buried at Floyd's Bluff near Sioux City, Iowa.10


Why was the army lieutenant sent by Jefferson to explore parts of the wilderness in addition to Lewis and Clark and where did he explore?

The army lieutenant sent by Thomas Jefferson to explore parts of the wilderness in addition to Lewis and Clark was John Ordway. Jefferson aimed to gather more detailed information about the western territories, including their geography, resources, and potential for trade. Ordway explored areas along the Missouri River and contributed to the expedition by documenting the landscape and interactions with Native American tribes, helping to enhance the understanding of the newly acquired lands.


What killed Sgt Floyd in the Lewis and Clark expedition?

Sgt Floyd was the only man known to have died during the Lewis and Clark Expedition. He was born in Kentucky and was one of the first men to enlist in the expedition, on August 1, 1803. On August 20, 1804, he died from what is generally thought to have been a ruptured appendix. He is buried at Floyd's Bluff near Sioux City, Iowa.


Why did Lewis and Clark build a fort?

Lewis and Clark built fort(s) for security and to store their supplies.

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Why did john ordway go with Lewis and clark?

John Ordway joined the Lewis and Clark expedition as a sergeant in the Corps of Discovery primarily due to his experience as a soldier and frontiersman. His skills in navigation, leadership, and survival were valuable for the expedition's goals of exploring the newly acquired western territories of the United States, mapping routes, and establishing relations with Native American tribes. Additionally, the expedition offered him the opportunity for adventure and the potential for personal advancement in a burgeoning nation.


What was Sergeant Charles Floyd job in the Lewis and clark expedition?

He was the Quartermaster.


What fatality occurred on the Lewis and Clark expedition?

The only fatality on the Lewis & Clark expedition was Sergeant Charles Floyd, who most likely died of a ruptured appendix.


How many people survived the lewis and clark expedition?

Everyone on the expedition except for Sergeant Charles Floyd survived.


What man who was on the Lewis and Clark expedition was buried in Iowa?

Sergeant Charles Floyd, a member of the Lewis and Clark expedition, was buried in what is now known as Sioux City, Iowa. He is the only expedition member to have died during the journey.


Who was in charge of the Lewis and clark expedition?

Meriwether Lewis was in charge and William Clark came as his assistant. But the Lewis And Clark Expedition is still know as The Lewis And Clark Expedition.


Was there disease in Lewis and clark expedition?

There was a disease in the Lewis and Clark expedition


Who was the captian of the Lewis and clark expedition?

Lewis and Clark are the captains of this expedition


What year was the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

Lewis & Clark began their expedition in 1804.


What was the size of the Lewis and Clark expedition?

The Lewis and Clark expedition consisted of 33 individuals. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark were the leaders.


Who found the Lewis and Clark expedition journals?

Meriwether Lewis was the one who found the Lewis and Clark expedition journals.


Who headed the Lewis and Clark expedition?

Lewis and Clark did, hence the expedition's name. Clark was supposed to be second banana, but Lewis wanted him to co-lead the expedition. Lewis let Clark co-lead as soon as they left.