THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
THOMAS JEFFERSONS PRESIDENCY LOUISIANA PURCHASE LEWIS CLARK AND MORE
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Most encounters were friendly
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Most tribes displayed hostility
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Translators weren’t needed
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There were barely any encounters to speak of
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Detailed explanation-1: -The accuracy of his maps is widely admired, he was off by a mere 40 miles in his calculation of how far they had traveled from Camp River Dubois to the Pacific Ocean. A contemporary look at the landscape from Lewis Lookout, located a short distance from Dillon, Montana.
Detailed explanation-2: -The excursion lasted over two years: Along the way they confronted harsh weather, unforgiving terrain, treacherous waters, injuries, starvation, disease and both friendly and hostile Native Americans.
Detailed explanation-3: -Recognizing landmarks in her old neighborhood, Sacagawea reassured the explorers that the Shoshone-and their horses-would soon be found. When the Expedition did meet the Shoshone, Sacagawea helped the Corps communicate, translating along with her husband.
Detailed explanation-4: -Indians lived throughout the territory and provided food, shelter, and navigation assistance. Indians did not challenge the authority of the expedition leaders even when they made bad decision.