Fort Mandan: April 4, 1805
At Fort Mandan, the Corps of Discovery wrapped up final preparations for their spring departure westward into uncharted territory. The permanent party readied themselves to push on, while the keelboat was loaded with scientific specimens, maps, written reports, and Native American artifacts to be sent back downriver to civilization. The day marked a key transition point in the expedition, separating those continuing into unknown lands from the materials and crew returning east with the results of the winter's work.
Final preparations at Fort Mandan for the spring departure. The permanent party was ready to continue westward into truly uncharted territory. The keelboat was loaded with specimens, maps, reports, and Indian artifacts to send back to civilization.
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Final preparations at Fort Mandan for the spring departure. The permanent party was ready to continue westward into truly uncharted territory. The keelboat was loaded with specimens, maps, reports, and Indian artifacts to send back to civilization.
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