Journal Entry

Clark: April 5, 1805

April 5, 1805
Fort Mandan, preparing for departure
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On Thursday, April 5, 1805, the expedition finished loading two pirogues and six canoes with stores and supplies, mostly provisions, in preparation for departure. Strong winds blew from the northwest throughout the day. A number of Mandans came to visit the camp during these final preparations.

April the 5th 1805 Thursday we have our 2 perogues & Six Canoes loaded
with our Stores & provisions, principally provisions. the wind verry
high from the N W. a number of Mandans visit us to day

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April the 5th, 1805, Thursday. We have our two pirogues and six canoes loaded with our stores and provisions, principally provisions. The wind is very high from the northwest. A number of Mandans visit us today.

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