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This classic work of American history tells the story of the famous expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to explore the western territories of the United States in the early 19th century. Through their journals and other writings, we gain a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs of this historic journey.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This landmark book is a faithful reproduction of the original journals of the Lewis and Clark expedition, one of the greatest adventures in American history. Featuring detailed accounts of encounters with Native American tribes, descriptions of the flora and fauna of the west, and breathtaking narrative of exploration and discovery, this volume is must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Original Journals Of The Lewis And Clark Expedition, 1804-1806; Printed From The Original Manuscripts In The Library Of The American Philosophical Society And By Direction Of Its Committee On Historical Documents, Together With Manuscript Material Of Lewis And Clark From Other Sources, Including Note-Books, Letters, Maps, Etc., And The Journals Of Charles Floyd And Joseph Whitehouse, Now For The First Time Published In Full And Exactly As Written has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.

When the Corps of Discovery left the vicinity of St Louis in 1804 to explore the American West, they had only sketchy knowledge of the terrain. William Clark mapped every mile of the journey. On their return Lewis and Clark directed the execution of new maps detailing with accuracy the features of the country that they had traversed.

Following orders from President Thomas Jefferson, Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out from their wintering camp in Illinois in 1804 to search for a river passage to the Pacific Ocean. This title combines the narrative highlights of the Lewis and Clark journals. It explains their triumphs and terrors.

The Lewis and Clark expedition of 1804-1806 to the west coast of America was commissioned by President Jefferson to survey the newly acquired territory of Louisiana. Their mapping of the Missouri river and establishment of relations with native tribes were of vital importance to the westward settlement of America.