Which American expedition was the first to cross the western portion of the United States?

nonotthatthis5, Meriwether Lewis suffered from bouts of depression throughout most of his life but after the expedition he really struggled to find purpose upon completing, what he felt, was his life's mission. Sadly, he committed suicide just a few years after returning to civilization. "Undaunted Courage" by Stephen Ambrose is an incredible account of the expedition that anyone interested in this topic should read. One of my favorite books by one if my favorite authors.

SaltyWillOWisp96651, All of the accounts I have read about the expedition give substantive credit to Sacagawea.

Without Sacajawea their journey wouldn't have been any where successful. But what do you expect from white man's history. Credit a woman much less an American Indian women? I think not.

Who's John Galt, I agree. The Stephen Ambrose book is a classic. I consider it one of my favorite non fiction books.

Player #4250921, wow,!what a journey that must have been for them all,,very interesting too.

Player Cosmo Chic, That does not count the numerous months of preparation.

Meriwether Lewis died under mysterious circumstances it is believed he was murdered.

Ray, Traveling on mostly foot and horse back with no cabin or house to take shelter wasn't exactly comfortable.

Player #4250921, It was quite a difficult and dangerous journey. They did all the hardwork that we benefit from today.

having been commissioned by Thomas Jefferson probably made it a lot more comfortable traveling.

Uninitialized, So right. I have a Hard time packing for a 4 day Cruise. I can't imagine what shoes I'd wear to cross the Continental Divide???

Player #4250921, oh. you got that right. couldn't imagine packing for that trip. wow

Who's John Galt, I thank you for the information. have always been interested in Lewis and Clark but never read up on that incredible journey. will look up that book..