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Meriwether Lewis

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  • Born

    Meriwether Lewis was born on August 18, 1774

  • Moved

    Lewis moved from Albermale County, Virginia to Georgia with his mother, stepfather, and older brother Nicholas.

  • Graduated

    In 1793 Lewis graduated from Liberty Hall, which is now called Washington and Lee University.

  • Joined Militia

    Joined the Virginia Militia.

  • Joined Army

    Joined the U.S. Army as the Lieutenant.

  • Aide

    Lewis was appointed to be an aide to president Thomas Jefferson.

  • Appointed Clark

    Lewis appointed Clark for their expedition.

  • Expedition Started

    This is when Lewis and Clark started their expedition.

  • Expedition Ended

    This is when they reached St. Louis and their expedition ended.

  • Governor

    Lewis was made the governor of the Louisiana Purchase.

  • Died

    Lewis died a mysterious death on October 9th 1809. Whether he committed suicide or was murdered is unkown today.