The Journals of Lewis and Clark

The Journals of Lewis and Clark are detailed writings kept by explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark during their 1804-1806 expedition to explore the western United States. These journals document daily observations, encounters with Native tribes, geographical discoveries, plant and animal findings, and challenges faced along the way. They serve as valuable historical records that offer insight into early American exploration, providing firsthand accounts of the journey and the vast landscapes they navigated. The journals have helped expand knowledge about the region's geography, ecology, and diverse peoples during that period.