History of the Expedition Under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. 2.
- Free to read
- 13 hours to read
- 38 chapters
- Reading level: 8th & 9th grade
"History of the Expedition under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. II" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book documents the journeys and experiences of the Lewis and Clark Expedition as they explore the unknown territories of the American West, detailing their interactions with various Indigenous tribes and the challenges they faced traversing the landscape. The opening of the text provides a vivid description of the expedition as it navigates through difficult rapids, encounters Indigenous groups, and observes their customs, such as their unique sweating baths and burial practices. It highlights the party's interactions with the Sokulk tribe and their fishing methods, as well as the difficulties faced by the expedition, including the treacherous waters and the scarcity of resources. The narrative paints a portrait of the journey's arduous nature while emphasizing the peaceful dispositions of the Indigenous people they meet.
- West (U.S.) · Description and travel
- Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804-1806)
- Lewis, Meriwether, 1774-1809 · Travel · West (U.S.)
- Clark, William, 1770-1838 · Travel · West (U.S.)
- Missouri River · Description and travel
- Columbia River · Description and travel
- West (U.S.) · History · To 1848
