Lewis and Clark were accomplishing more goals than President Jefferson thought. Lewis and Clark gathered information the territory and also gained valuable
Native American trading partners for America. They created maps and collected information on animals and other geological items.
<Tab/>Some historians believe that the decision to stay for the winter with the Mandan's was the smartest move that Lewis and Clark made along their expedition. The
Mandan's Indians were able to show Lewis and Clark many tribal customs that allowed them to travel through the Louisiana Purchase territory. The chain of friendship among the Native American tribes also allowed Lewis and Clark to have almost a worry free journey. …
