Lewis and Clark Expedition

Lewis and Clark Expedition Essay In May 1804, Lewis and Clark went through many challenges on their expedition that today, in the twenty-first century, would never have been thought about. Technology today would have been a big help for the two frontiersmen. Another factor that held the expedition down was there means of transportation. Although the expedition was indeed a success, many advancements of this century would have helped the many hardships they faced while trying …

…and Clark returned as heroes, accomplishing many important tasks that expanded living areas in the Louisiana Territory. Even though this expedition would have been much easier if it had been taken on during this century because the technology and transportation would have shortened the trip in many ways. Today, a trip like the one Lewis and Clark ventured on would be routine, but in May of 1804, it was the beginning of a whole new world.