Congressional Compensation for a Job Well Done
Congress recognized the extraordinary achievements of the Lewis and Clark Expedition with generous land grants and compensation. Lewis received 1,600 acres and was appointed Governor…
State: Washington DC
New Responsibilities for the Successful Explorers
Following the successful expedition, both Lewis and Clark were given significant new responsibilities. Lewis became Governor of the Upper Louisiana Territory while Clark was appointed…
Hospitality for Lewis and Clark in the President’s House
When Lewis arrived in Washington he moved into the President’s House. The de-briefing and reporting phase of the expedition started immediately. Journals, maps, and material…
Planning and Equipping for Exploration
The first successful military exploration of the West by Lewis and Clark is clearly founded in planning, preparation, and recruitment of people with the ‘right…