The Lewis and Clark expedition Selections

The Lewis and Clark expedition Selections from the Journals arranged by topic. Edited with an introduction by Gunther Barth Write a paper in which you use the journal entries to evidence how the Lewis and Clark expedition fulfilled or attempted to fulfill at least THREE OF THESE OBJECTIVES.1. Military reconnaissance-- what would be good sites for forts and outposts for national defense against foreign and internal forces? 2. A topographical survey (with a view to westward expansion) -- where were the mountains, rivers, natural resources, etc. 3. Establishing friendly and trade relations with Native American groups for, e.g., engaging in fur trade, but also because Jefferson desired to “civilize” and incorporate Native Americans into the Union. 4. An Enlightenment mission to observe, catalog, and categorize flora, fauna and animals.