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President Jefferson reports on the Lewis & Clark Expedition...
President Jefferson reports on the Lewis & Clark Expedition...
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March 05, 1806
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, March 5, 1806
* President Thomas Jefferson
* Lewis and Clark expedition
Page 2 begins with a message from the President to the House signed in type: Th. Jefferson, with much concerning the Lewis & Clark Expedition.
A few portions include: "...Capt. Meriwether Lewis...was appointed, with a party of men, to explore the river Missouri from its mouth to its source, and crossing the highlands by the shortest portage to seek the best water communication thence to the Pacific ocean; and Lieut. Clark was appointed second in command. They were to enter into conference with the Indian nation on their route...On the 8th of April, 1805, they proceeded up the river in pursuance of the object prescribed to them. A letter of the preceding day, April 7, from Capt. Lewis, is herewith communicated. During his stay among the Mandans, he had been able to lay down the Missouri..." with much more.
Four pages, nice condition.
AI notes: On February 19, 1806, President Thomas Jefferson delivered a detailed message to Congress reporting on the remarkable achievements of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, which he had commissioned shortly after the Louisiana Purchase to explore the vast, uncharted territory west of the Mississippi River. Jefferson informed Congress that the Corps of Discovery, under the leadership of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, had successfully traversed the continent, reaching the Pacific Ocean and returning safely to the Missouri River. He emphasized the expedition’s critical contributions to the United States’ understanding of the geography, natural resources, and indigenous populations of the western territories. Jefferson praised the extensive data collected, including detailed maps, notes on rivers and mountain ranges, and descriptions of numerous previously unknown plant and animal species. He also noted the diplomatic efforts undertaken with Native American tribes along the journey, aimed at establishing peaceful relations and expanding trade networks. Jefferson concluded by stating that Lewis was preparing a full report of their findings, which would be made available to Congress and the public, underscoring the expedition's lasting significance in the expansion and scientific advancement of the young republic.
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