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William Clark was born in Ladysmith, Virginia. His parents names were Ann Roberts Clark and John Clark.
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At the Battle of Fallen Timbers Clark commanded rifle men. This led Clark to lead a mission in Missouri.
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Meriwether Lewis asked Clark to co-lead an exploration of the Louisiana Territory.
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Clark was now the general of the militia of the Louisiana territory. He was chosen by President Jefferson.
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Lewis dies and Clark starts drinking more. He acquires debt and lots of family issues. He falls into depression.
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William Clark joins the Freemasons. A secret society.
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James Madison appoints Clark as Missouri territory governor and official Superintendent of Indian affairs. This motivated Clark to fix his debts.
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Clark leads an expedition for the War of 1812. He was appointed to lead by James Madison.
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Julia, Clark's wife passes away. After her death Clark marries her cousin and has 3 more children.
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Congress appoints William Clark as the superintendent of Indian affairs. He already had the title but this was when congress recognized him as the Superintendent.
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Clark dies at age 68 of natural causes. He is buried at Bellefontaine cemetery.
