Lewis Inspects the Nearly Complete Keelboat
Lewis inspected the nearly completed keelboat that would serve as the expedition's main vessel. The 55-foot craft had a 32-foot mast and could be moved by sail, oars, poles, or tow rope. It included a stern cabin and could carry about 10 tons of cargo. Designed for the ascent of the Missouri River, the keelboat was intended to transport the bulk of the Corps of Discovery's supplies and function as the expedition's floating headquarters.
The keelboat was at last nearing completion. Lewis inspected the vessel — a 55-foot craft with a 32-foot mast, capable of being propelled by sail, oars, poles, or tow rope. The boat featured a cabin at the stern and could carry approximately 10 tons of cargo.
The keelboat would serve as the expedition’s primary vessel for the ascent of the Missouri River, carrying the bulk of supplies and serving as the floating headquarters of the Corps of Discovery.
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The keelboat was at last nearing completion. Lewis inspected the vessel — a 55-foot craft with a 32-foot mast, capable of being propelled by sail, oars, poles, or tow rope. The boat featured a cabin at the stern and could carry approximately 10 tons of cargo.
The keelboat would serve as the expedition's primary vessel for the ascent of the Missouri River, carrying the bulk of supplies and serving as the floating headquarters of the Corps of Discovery.
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