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Lewis is named the commander of the expedition
This is important because it is the start to many new discoveries to come. Also this is important because this is a big honor for Lewis as he later becomes a very important part of American history. -
Announcement of the Louisiana Purchase
The announcement of the Louisiana Purchase is important because it gave America more land and the looks of an important, deveolping nation. Also the announcement of this showed that Napolean failed to develope his regoin due to lack of supplies and defense. -
Expedition Begins
The beginning of the Lews & Clark/ Corps of Discovery expedition was the start to what is now known as the most important series of discoveries that led to developing this nation. -
Teton Sioux confrontation-resolved by Chief Black Buffalo
Teton Sioux demanded one of the expedition's boats to be given as a toll before further continuing up the river. This turned into a dispute but thanks to Chief Black Buffalo the problem was resolved and the explorers could continue and even get help from the tribe; they traveled together for three more days. This is important because without the Chief's involvement the probability of a dispute could have ended with casualties; therefore change the expedition. -
Toussaint Charbonneau
Toussaint Charbonneau was a French Canadian fur trader was hired as an interpreter. His wife, Sacagawea proves also to be helpful by showing her knowledge of nature and Missouri roots. This is important because without the explorers meeting Toussaint and Sacagawea they would not have gotten as far or known as much. -
Sending their scientific specimens
Lewis and Clark as well as their other members of the discovery team sent maps, reports, artifacts and other scientific specimens to Jefferson. This is important to history because it gave evidence and proof of their expedition, which showed that they have made huge contributions to the discovery of the western side of America. -
Lewis find a Grizzly Bear
While on their journey Lewis and another hunter come across a large Grizzly Bear, that has never been described for science. This is important because they were responsible for discovering a new type of animal. -
Missouri Great Falls
Lewis ahead of the rest of his group he discovers the Great Falls in Missouri as well as other waterfalls that will take almost a month to pass them. This is important because his discovery led to new geographic developments of the new land of America. -
Shipment from Mandan to Jefferson
The explorers found more scientific specimens along their exploration and from fort Mandan to Jefferson. Also Lewis reaches the final ridges to the Continental Divide, but unexpectedly sees more mountains. This is important because more evidence of their exploration was given to Jefferson and also Lewis makes another important discovery about the mountainous region. -
Shoshones village horses
The explorers traveled across the Shoshones and discovered Sacagawea's long lost brother, who was chief of the Camehwaits. This connection helped them because they got resources from the native americans so they could continue their expedition. -
Famous Clark Journal Entry
Clark writes a famous journal entry that he sees the ocean. But in actuality they are 20 miles from the sea and have to half the expedition for 3 weeks while a storm passes. This is significant because his expedition was coming to a coast and more geographic discoveries were being made. Also this is important because the explorers survived such a crippling storm. -
The journey home
Fort Clatsop was presneted to the Clatsop indians, and it makes the journey home. This is important because it shows the expedition is coming to a close and their huge mission of success has been worth while. -
Bitterroot mts. and the Nez Perce
The expedition reachers the Bitterroot mountanis, after the snow melts they are able to continue with the Nez Perce. The explorers describe them as very hospitable, honestm and scincere. This is important because they have met very helpful, and honest people that have been able to help them with their journey -
70 Miles Per Day
The explorers were ale to cover 70 miles a day after crossing the Missouri river. They bgan to meet boats of American traders to head north. This is important because it set the pace for the last half of the trip, which made them able to complete the journey. -
National Heros
Lewis and Clark return back to Washington D.C and recieve a generous amount of land. Also Lewis is named governor of Louisiana Territory; Clark is made Indian agent and brigadier general of the territory. This is important because they finally get recognized for their work.
