Journal Entry

Near Platte River, Council Bluffs area — Charles Floyd: July 28, 1804

July 28, 1804
Near Platte River, Council Bluffs area Thwaites Vol. Thwaites Vol 7

Editorial note: no detailed primary-source journal entry survives for July 28, 1804 that is distinct from the surrounding days. The Corps was active in the Westward Journey phase during this period.

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Set out at sunrise. Rain last night, with wind from the east. Passed some good land today, and high land. Passed a creek on the north side; it came in back of an island. It is about 70 yards wide, called Nadawa Creek. The land is good and well timbered. Camped on the north side.

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