Fort Mandan, preparing for departure — John Ordway: March 10, 1805
A group of Hidatsa (referred to as the Big Bellies) who had arrived earlier remained with the expedition through the night. Captain Lewis presented a medal and a few small gifts to one of their chiefs as a gesture of goodwill. The weather was clear but cold, accompanied by strong winds throughout the day.
the bigbelleys Stayed with us all last night. Cap* Lewis Gave a
chief a Meddel, and Some Small presents. The day clear and cold
high winds.
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The Big Bellies stayed with us all last night. Capt Lewis (Capt. Lewis) gave a chief a medal and some small presents. The day was clear and cold with high winds.
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