Lewis And Clark Collection (page 3)

LEWIS & CLARK: CANOE, 1800s. A canoe striking a tree during the Lewis & Clark expedition: colored engraving, 1811, from a contemporary account of the expedition

LEWIS & CLARK: BEARS, 1800s. Shooting bears during the Lewis & Clark expedition: colored engraving, 1811, from a contemporary account of the expedition

LEWIS & CLARK: INDIANS 1811. Meriwether Lewis shooting a Native American during the Lewis & Clark Expedition. Copper engraving, 1811, from Patrick Gass Journal of the Lewis & Clark Expedition

Trail in the grasslands of North Dakota
Prairie footpath on Lewis and Clarks route near Mandan, North Dakota. Photograph

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William Clarks sketch of an evergreen shrub leaf in the Lewis and Clark expedition diary, 1806. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph of Clarks handwritten page

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Missouri River where Lewis and Clark had their first meeting with the Sioux Nation, near Pierre, South Dakota, 1804. Digital photograph

Grave of Meriwether Lewis, Tennessee
Meriwether Lewiss grave and memorial on the Natchez Trace, Tennessee. Photograph

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Fort Mandan, reconstructed Lewis and Clark campsite on Missouri River, North Dakota. Photograph

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Lewis and Clark trail over Lolo Pass, Bitterroot Mountains, Montana. Photograph

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Portrait of explorer William Clark. Hand colored engraving of a 19th century painting

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Portrait of explorer Meriwether Lewis. Hand colored engraving of a 19th century painting

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Sketch by William Clark of Cock of the Plains in the Lewis and Clark expedition diary. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century reproduction of the diary

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Lewis and Clark shoot a grizzly bear, unknown to whites, during their exploration of Louisiana Territory. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of sketch by Patrick Goss

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William Clarks sketch of a trout in the Lewis and Clark expedition diary. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph of Clarks handwritten page

Clark Fork, Montana
Clark Fork River, named for William Clark, named by Lewis and Clark expedition in Montana. Photograph

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Map of the Louisiana Purchase as understood in 1803, later modified by treaty. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Madison River near its junction to form the Missouri River, Montana
Madison River approaching the Missouri River headwaters at Three Forks, Tobacco Root Mountains in the distance. Digital photograph

Coalbanks Landing on the Missouri River, Montana
Dawn over the Missouri River at Coalbanks Landing, a Lewis and Clark campsite in Montana. Photograph

White Cliffs area of the Missouri River, Montana
Missouri River in the White Cliffs backcountry, described by Lewis and Clark, now a wild and scenic river area. Photograph

Judith Landing on the Missouri River, Montana
Missouri River at Judith Landing, a Lewis and Clark campsite in Montana. Photograph

Marias River joining the Missouri River, Montana
Marias River junction with the Missouri River, a Lewis and Clark campsite in Montana. Photograph

Missouri River in the Missouri Breaks area, Montana
Missouri Breaks backcountry of the Missouri River, first described by Lewis and Clark, Montana. Photograph

American Bison - cows with very young calves trudge across snow covered grasslands in early spring
TOM-1653 American Bison - cows with very young calves trudge across snow covered grasslands in early spring Yellowstone National Park - Western USA Bison bison Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that

American Bison - cow with very young calf trudge across snow covered grasslands in early spring - Yellowstone National
TOM-1652 American Bison - cow with very young calf trudge across snow covered grasslands in early spring Yellowstone National Park - Western USA Bison bison Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints

Bison - herd Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA. MB211
TOM-1342 Bison - herd Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA. Bison bison Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Sage Grouse - male strutting on lek. Strutting is grouse's springtime mating territorial display. Western U. S. A
TOM-1484 Sage Grouse - male strutting on lek. Strutting is grouse's springtime mating territorial display. Western U.S.A

Bison - bulls sparring Western U. S. A. MB468
TOM-1337 Bison - bulls sparring Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, U.S.A. Bison bison Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Bull Bison - fighting, sparring, summer. Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota. MB249
TOM-1335 Bull Bison - fighting, sparring, summer Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA Bison bison Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Exploring the Untamed West: Lewis and Clark's Historic Journey" Embarking on a daring expedition, Lewis and Clark set out to unravel the mysteries of the uncharted American frontier. PEXP2D-00013 captures a pivotal moment as Native Americans meet these intrepid explorers at Council Bluffs, forging connections that would shape history. Navigating the mighty Missouri River near Mandan, North Dakota, their journey took them through breathtaking landscapes. The rugged beauty of the Little Belt Mountains in Montana's Lewis and Clark National Forest served as a backdrop for their campsite, where kitchen skillets sizzled with meals cooked over open fires. As they ventured further westward, Meriwether Lewis meticulously documented native flora like the vibrant blue flax wildflower in Montana. His observations shed light on the rich biodiversity of this untamed land. Stopping at Idaho State Capitol in Boise, Idaho, USA along their route allowed them to rest and regroup before continuing their arduous trek. Here they marveled at both man-made structures and nature's wonders alike. Witnessing vast herds of American Bison roaming freely across Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota was an awe-inspiring sight for Lewis and Clark. These majestic creatures symbolized resilience amidst adversity—a testament to America's untamed spirit. Their exploration eventually led them to Oregon's Columbia River Gorge—specifically Rowena Plateau—where they beheld nature's grandeur firsthand. Hood River at Ruthton County Park provided respite from their arduous journey while offering stunning views that left them breathless. Intrigued by Native American cultures throughout their expedition, Lewis and Clark encountered remnants of Nez Perce Trail within Idaho's Frank Church Wilderness. Here they witnessed a man enraptured by his surroundings—an embodiment of humanity finding solace in untouched wilderness. Lewis and Clark blazed trails into uncharted territories during an era when America was still a vast unknown.