“Few Indians only had breech cloths, most being wrapped in buffalo robes, otherwise quite naked.”
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Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America: Comprising a Voyage from St. Louis, on the Mississippi, to the Source of that River, and a Journey Through the Interior of Louisiana, and the North-eastern Provinces of New Spain ; Performed in the Years 1805, 1806, 1807, by Order of the Government of the United States
Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America is a comprehensive account of an 18th-century expedition. The narrative covers a significant journey from St. Louis to the source of the Mississippi River, as well as explorations within Louisiana and the northeastern provinces of New Spain. The book was commissioned by the U.S. government and provides insights into the geography, culture, and natural history of the region during the early 19th century. The expedition took place over three years, from 1805 to 1807, and is a valuable historical document for understanding the early exploration of the American West. more
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Zebulon Pike
Zebulon Pike was an American explorer renowned for his expeditions in the American West. He is primarily remembered for his exploration of the Southwestern United States and his quest to find the source of the Colorado River. Pike's expeditions provided crucial information about the geography and natural resources of the region. more
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Source: Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America: Comprising a Voyage from St. Louis, on the Mississippi, to the Source of that River, and a Journey Through the Interior of Louisiana, and the North-eastern Provinces of New Spain ; Performed in the Years 1805, 1806, 1807, by Order of the Government of the United States