Lewis and clark

The Ultimate Road Trip (00:00 - 01:15)

  • Discussion of President Thomas Jefferson's request for Lewis and Clark to explore the western territories and the beginning of the Corps of Discovery.

The Real Hero: Sacagawea (01:15 - 02:30)

  • A look at Sacagawea's vital role as a translator and guide, including how she traveled with her infant son during the dangerous journey.

Mountains and Barking Squirrels (02:30 - 03:15)

  • The discovery of the Rocky Mountains and the various new animals encountered, including the humorous naming of prairie dogs.

The Grand Return (03:15 - 04:00)

  • The conclusion of the two-year journey in 18061806 and the impact of the maps and information brought back to the United States.