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This is what is described in the Lewis and Clark Journals, the entry being written by Clark:

"September 25, 1804, off Teton River

...As soon as I landed the pirogue three of their young men seized the cable of the pirogue, the chief's soldier hugged the mast, and the second chief was very insolent both in words and gestures, declaring I should not go on, stating he had not received presents sufficient from us. His gestures were of such a personal nature I felt myself compelled to draw my sword. At this motion Capt. Lewis ordered all under arms in the boat. Thoe with me also showed a disposition to defend themselves and me. The grand chief then took hold of the rope and ordered the young warriors away..."

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