Lesson 3 of 84 · Westward Expansion
⭐ 30 XPLewis and Clark: Exploring the West
Lewis and Clark were explorers who led an expedition to explore the newly acquired western territories of the United States after the Louisiana Purchase.
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Lewis and Clark were explorers who led an expedition to explore the newly acquired western territories of the United States after the Louisiana Purchase. From 1804 to 1806, they traveled thousands of miles across the continent, mapping routes and documenting the landscapes and resources they encountered. Their journey was significant in providing valuable information about the geography, plants, and animals of the West, preparing the way for future settlers.
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The Lewis and Clark expedition began in St. Louis, Missouri.
They traveled over 8,000 miles in nearly two years.
Their journey helped map the land acquired in the Louisiana Purchase.
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