the Corps of Discovery Expedition
The Lewis and Clark Expedition from August 31, 1803, to September 25, 1806, also known as the Corps of Discovery Expedition, was the United States expedition to cross the newly acquired western portion of the country after the Louisiana Purchase.

Where did Lewis and Clark start and end their journey?

May 14, 1804 Louis, Missouri, in a 55-foot keelboat to begin the westward journey up the Missouri River. Among the 41-man crew of volunteers, soldiers and one African American slave, is Patrick Gass, a carpenter from Pennsylvania.

What were 3 goals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

The expedition, which began in 1804 and took more than two years to complete, had three purposes: to chart a route that would be part of a passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans; to trace the boundaries of the territory obtained in the Louisiana Purchase; and to lay claim to the Oregon Territory.

Who funded the Lewis and Clark expedition?

Thomas Jefferson
On January 18, 1803, Thomas Jefferson requests funding from Congress to finance the Lewis and Clark expedition. Jefferson officially asked for $2,500 in funding from Congress, though some sources indicate the expedition ultimately cost closer to $50,000.

Did Lewis and Clark get married?

Immediately upon returning from the expedition, Clark married Julia Hancock (sometimes described as the fiancée who waited patiently for him, even though she was only twelve years old when he set out for the Pacific Coast), and upon her death he married Harriet Kennerly Radford. Lewis, on the other hand, never married.

Did Lewis and Clark argue?

Even when they had disagreements, there was no rancor and always a great deal of support. Both considered the other their closest friend and when Lewis died in 1809, it was a severe blow to Clark.