The Lewis and Clark Trail, Yesterday and Today

Description

Finding a Northwest Passage was the goal of many national leaders. This book tells the story of Jefferson’s dream, the Louisiana Purchase, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Read Jefferson’s instructions. Follow the chronology as the events unfold. Meet the members of the Corps of Discovery before following them west. See the maps used by the Corps. Read a major portion of the official journal. See the countryside as they described and saw it and compare it with 172 old illustrations and recent photos, and learn about the trail sites and books available today. View the related works of Catlin, Bodmer, Watkins, and other artists.