Lewis and Clark refers to the famous duo, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, who led the Corps of Discovery expedition from 1804 to 1806. They were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson to explore the newly acquired western territory of the United States.
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Sacagawea: A Shoshone woman who served as an interpreter and guide for Lewis and Clark during their expedition.
Corps of Discovery: The name given to the group of explorers led by Lewis and Clark on their journey.
Pacific Ocean: The final destination reached by Lewis and Clark's expedition after crossing North America.