Meriwether Lewis was born on August 18, 1774 in Ivy, VA. He is best known for his exploration and mapping of the American Northwest with his partner William Clark. The two of them set out on their expedition in 1804 and returned in 1806, having mapped the area and made contact with many Native American tribes. Their journey was a major contribution to the knowledge of the American West and helped to open up the region for further exploration and settlement.
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About
He explored and mapped the American North West with his partner william Clark.
Before Fame
He was appointed to be President Thomas Jefferson's aide in 1801 and provided him with information regarding army politics.
Trivia
In addition to helping to map the U.S., he served as governor of Louisiana.
Family Life
He was the son of Lt. william Lewis and Lucy Meriweather. His father died of pneumonia when he was a child.
Associated With
Napoleon Bonaparte sold the U.S. a large amount of land in what came to be known as the Louisiana Purchase. Lewis and Clark set out explore this land.
