Fort Mandan, North Dakota — John Ordway: November 23, 1804
On this day, the expedition focused on practical preparations at their camp. The crew set up rope-making equipment, with several men assigned to crafting a large rope. The purpose of this rope was to help haul the keelboat up the riverbank, likely in anticipation of winter conditions or to secure the vessel. The brief entry reflects routine but essential labor as the Corps of Discovery worked to maintain and protect their equipment.
Stone. Rope works fixed. Several hands employed making a
large Rope1 for the purpose of drawing the Barge up the Bank
&.C.
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Stone. Rope works set up. Several hands employed making a large rope for the purpose of drawing the Barge up the bank, etc.
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