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What reasons did Lewis and Clark have for separating on their return trip?

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How long was the return trip of Lewis and Clark?

they went back on the specific ocean


Why did Lewis and Clark's return trip have to be timed perfectly?

The Lewis and Clark expedition return trip had to be timed perfectly so that the Missouri River would be free of ice. If they waited too long to began the return journey, they would have to endure another harsh winter on the Plains.


Did Lewis and Clark always travel together?

No they did not. On their homeward trip back, Lewis and Clark went their separate ways. They later met up.


Why was the return trip for Lewis and Clark much shorter?

because they didnt have any tasks on the way back


Why was the return trip so much shorter for Lewis and Clark?

because they didnt have any tasks on the way back


What was Lewis and Clark journey using blue for the trip to the Pacific and red for the return trip?

They didn't. Historians and map makers do this so you will be able to tell the routes apart.


Did Sacagawea go to St. Louis with lewis and clark in the return trip?

She was with the Corps of Discovery until they arrived back in St. Louis on September 23, 1806. After the expedition, William Clark offered Toussaint and his family a place in St. Louis and a proper education for Jean-Baptiste (at a time where there was no opportunity for Native Americans to receive an education). After her death, her husband signed over formal custody of his son and his daughter Lisette to William Clark.


How far did Lewis and Clark travel from St. Louis to the Ocean?

It was 7,689 miles the entire trip, so from St. Louis to the Pacific was just around half of that, 3,884 miles.


How many months did it take to return from the Lewis and clark trip?

From May 23rd, 1806 to September 23rd 1806, 6 months


Where did Lewis and clark begain their trip?

their trip began in Missouri


Who did Lewis and Clark encounter on there trip?

No, they stared the trip together