Meriwether Lewis
American soldier and explorer, leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
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About Meriwether Lewis
Meriwether Lewis was a renowned American explorer, politician and soldier best remembered for leading the iconic Lewis and Clark Expedition (the Corps of Discovery) along with his friend Lieutenant William Clark. He later went on to serve as the 2nd Governor of Missouri (Louisiana Territory) from 1807 until his death in 1809.
Family Life
He was born to Lucy Meriwether and Lt. William Lewis. He never got married nor fathered any children.
Trivia
In 1801, U.S. President Thomas Jefferson appointed him as his private secretary.
He died mysteriously at the age of 35 from gunshot wounds. It still remains unclear whether he committed suicide or was murdered.
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A clear cold morning with high wind: we caught in a trap a large gray wolf, and last night obtained in the same way a fox who had for some time infested the neighbourhood of the fort.Meriwether Lewis
The rain, which had continued yesterday and last night, ceased this morning. We then proceeded, and after passing two small islands about ten miles further, stopped for the night at Piper's landing, opposite another island.Meriwether Lewis
We had high and boisterous winds last night and this morning: the Indians continue to purchase repairs with grain of different kinds.Meriwether Lewis
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