The First American Expedition
Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the first American expedition.
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The First American Expedition
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Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the first American expedition.
Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the first American expedition to cross what is now the western portion of the United States. It was commissioned by Thomas Jefferson after the Louisiana Purchase to explore the newly acquired territory.
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The First American Expedition
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Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the first American expedition to cross what is now the western portion of the United States. It was commissioned by Thomas Jefferson after the Louisiana Purchase to explore the newly acquired territory.
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Clip: S1 | 1m 40s | Lewis and Clark sent a shipment of specimens to President Thomas Jefferson. (1m 40s)
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Clip: S1 | 3m 30s | As Lewis and Clark headed West, they noted a dramatic change in climate and scenery. (3m 30s)
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