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Q: Why did the Lewis and Clark expdition happen?
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What was the name of Lewis and clark's expdition?

The name of the lewis and clark expedition is corps of discovery Expedition


When did the Lewis and clark expedition happen?

1804-1806


What famous explorers did Sacagawea travel with?

she traveled with Lewis and clark


Were Meriwether Lewis and William Clark brothers?

No they were not, they were only friends. If you happen to encounter the name "Meriwether Lewis Clark" this is the name of one of William Clark's sons. William Clark and Merwether Lewis had a deep friendship and it's no wonder that William Clark named one of his sons after his dear friend.


Is Meriwether Lewis Clark Jr related to Lewis or Clark?

Col. Meriwether Lewis Clark, Jr is the grandson of William Clark. His father was William Clark's son Meriwether Lewis Clark, Sr. William Clark had named his son after his friend Meriwether Lewis.


What are Lewis and Clark's full names?

Lewis and Clark's full names are Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. Their famous journey lasted from 1804 until the fall of 1806.


Who was in charge of the Lewis and clark expedition?

Meriwether Lewis was in charge and William Clark came as his assistant. But the Lewis And Clark Expedition is still know as The Lewis And Clark Expedition.


Which 2 explorers led the expedition over the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean?

Lewis and Clark were the two explorers that led the expedition over the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific.


What was the Lewis and clark expidition called?

the lewis and clark expidition :)


What did Lewis and Clark invent?

Lewis and Clark did not invent anything.


How do you spell Lewis' name from Lewis and Clark?

Lewis was Captain Meriwether Lewis (1774-1809) and Clark was Lt. William Clark (1770-1838).


Who did Jefferson send to explore the Louisiana territory?

Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, and Zebulon Pike