Undaunted Courage
Summary:
The book chronicles the journey of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they led the Corps of Discovery on an epic expedition across the newly acquired western territory of the United States following the Louisiana Purchase. It delves into their encounters with Native American tribes, the natural wonders they documented, and the significant role President Thomas Jefferson played in commissioning the exploration to map and open up the American West.
Key points:
1. The Lewis and Clark Expedition: The book details the first American expedition to cross the western U.S., commissioned by President Jefferson after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The goal was to map the new territory, find a western route, and establish an American presence.
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