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Beyond the Mississippi: Lewis & Clark Expedition Journey

Explore the remarkable journey of Lewis and Clark as they ventured beyond the Mississippi River into the vast Louisiana Territory, covering about 828,800 square miles. Thomas Jefferson tasked them with this exploration, leading them deep into the wilderness for an expedition that lasted months. Discover key moments like their time at Fort Mandan, their encounter with Sacagawea, crossing the Rocky Mountains, and reaching the Pacific Ocean. Follow their timeline, from the start near St. Louis in 1804 to their return in September 1806, ending their epic journey back at St. Louis.

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Beyond the Mississippi: Lewis & Clark Expedition Journey

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  1. This is your cover page. Cut & discard this portion. Lewis & Clark Lori Bennett

  2. Beyond the Mississippi River Beyond the Mississippi River • The Louisiana Territory was about 828,800 square miles. Thomas Jefferson asked Lewis & Clark to explore the territory.

  3. Deep into the Wilderness • Lewis & Clark (and their crew spent about 5 months at Fort Mandan. They sent a party of men back to St. Louis to update the president on their journey. Deep into the Wilderness

  4. Journey’s End • Timeline of their journey: • 1804- Lewis and Clark begin their journey near St. Louis • 1804- The men meet Sacagawea • 1805-The Corps crosses the Rocky Mountains and reaches the Pacific Ocean in the Fall. • 1806- The group arrives back in St. Louis in September Journey’s End

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