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