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Lewis & Clark just arrived an hour ago...
Lewis & Clark just arrived an hour ago...
Item # 702429
October 29, 1806
NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 29, 1806
* Lewis and Clark Expedition
* Safe return - homeward bound
Page 2 has a brief yet notable report datelined at St. Louis: "Concerning the safe arrival of Messers. Lewis and Clark, who went 2 years and 4 months ago to explore the Missouri, to be anxiously wished for by every one, I have the pleasure to mention, that they arrived here about one hour ago, in good health, with only the loss of one man, who died. They visited the Pacific Ocean, which they left on the 27th of March last. They would have been here about the 1st of August, but for the detention they met with from sons and frost in crossing mountains on which are eternal snows. Their journal will no doubt be not only importantly interesting to us all, but a fortune for the worthy and laudable adventurers. When they arrived, three cheers were fired. They really have the appearance of Robinson Crusoes--dressed entirely in buckskin. We shall know all very soon--I have no particulars yet."
Four pages, archivally strengthened at the blank spine, a few foxing spots to the front page, nice condition.
AI notes: On September 23, 1806, the Lewis and Clark Expedition returned to St. Louis, marking the successful completion of their epic journey across the western territories of the United States. After nearly two and a half years, covering roughly 8,000 miles from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean and back, the Corps of Discovery arrived home. Their return was met with great public interest and acclaim, as they brought back invaluable information about the geography, flora, fauna, and Native American nations of the vast Louisiana Purchase region. The expedition’s journals and specimens laid the foundation for future westward exploration and expansion, and the event was celebrated as a remarkable achievement in American history.
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