Sacagawea is mostly known for being a member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, which took place from 1804-1806. I wanted to learn more about this Shoshone woman, because she has been represented on the US dollar coin and possesses many monuments throughout the country. This clearly emphasizes that Sacagawea was a very prominent figure in American history. In order to educate the class and myself, the three categories that were crucial to the comprehension of her life and achievements include (in order): Sacagawea’s life before the expedition, her role during the expedition, and William Clark. Being aware of how Sacagawea lived and how her entry into the trek through America occurred is significant, because we would attain background knowledge.
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Before she participated, President Thomas Jefferson sent William Clark and Meriwether Lewis as envoys to survey the territory gained after the Louisiana Purchase. He wanted them to not only make maps and learn about the residing Native Americans but also find the “Northwest Passage,” which was a rumored pathway that joined the Atlantic and Pacific oceans together. The pair named their expedition the “Corps of Discovery” and gathered many skilled people to create a team. However, the most significant among these people was nonetheless Sacagawea. Her ability to speak multiple languages made communication with others possible. Sacagawea’s presence in the tribe was prominent, because her identity as a Native-American woman and mother allowed the crew to give off a peaceful vibe to other inhabitants of the Louisiana Purchase territory. In Clark’s journal, he wrote, “ a woman with a party of men is a token of peace.” Throughout the journey from Illinois to Oregon, Sacagawea had an immense of knowledge on what fruits were edible or potential for medicine. She also played a prominent part in navigating the group where to go because of her memories of the Shoshone territories where she had lived during childhood. Sacagawea began to lead the crew during the expedition. The most significant event that earned others’ respect took place in the Missouri River. Here, their boat capsized, which caused Lewis and Clark’s group to panick. …show more content…
Some believe that it was a sibling-like relationship, while others think that there was something romantic between the two. After the two met, Clark had a nickname for her - Janey - and was very fond of her son Jean Baptiste whom he called “Pomp.” William Clark had mentioned her many times in his journal entries. Throughout the expedition, William Clark offered protection to Sacagawea. He even allowed her and her family to sleep in the same tent as he and Lewis did. Sacagawea then permitted him to be her son’s godfather. At the end of the Corps of Discovery, Charbonneau was compensated $500.33 for his efforts, but Sacagawea was not rewarded for her contributions. After she and Clark parted ways, Clark wrote a letter to her husband a few days later. He said that he regretted not paying Sacagawea and wanted to actually do it by promising Jean Baptiste free education when he was of appropriate age. Eventually, the promise was fulfilled when Sacagawea and her family were sent to St. Louis where Clark resided. Toussaint Charbonneau went back into the fur-trapping business and allowed Clark to adopt Jean Baptiste. The child became a European prince’s travel companion after he was educated. In 1812, Sacagawea gave birth to a daughter named Lisette. Unfortunately, Sacagawea passed away four months after when she was 25 years old. Lisette sooner or
Before she participated, President Thomas Jefferson sent William Clark and Meriwether Lewis as envoys to survey the territory gained after the Louisiana Purchase. He wanted them to not only make maps and learn about the residing Native Americans but also find the “Northwest Passage,” which was a rumored pathway that joined the Atlantic and Pacific oceans together. The pair named their expedition the “Corps of Discovery” and gathered many skilled people to create a team. However, the most significant among these people was nonetheless Sacagawea. Her ability to speak multiple languages made communication with others possible. Sacagawea’s presence in the tribe was prominent, because her identity as a Native-American woman and mother allowed the crew to give off a peaceful vibe to other inhabitants of the Louisiana Purchase territory. In Clark’s journal, he wrote, “ a woman with a party of men is a token of peace.” Throughout the journey from Illinois to Oregon, Sacagawea had an immense of knowledge on what fruits were edible or potential for medicine. She also played a prominent part in navigating the group where to go because of her memories of the Shoshone territories where she had lived during childhood. Sacagawea began to lead the crew during the expedition. The most significant event that earned others’ respect took place in the Missouri River. Here, their boat capsized, which caused Lewis and Clark’s group to panick. …show more content…
Some believe that it was a sibling-like relationship, while others think that there was something romantic between the two. After the two met, Clark had a nickname for her - Janey - and was very fond of her son Jean Baptiste whom he called “Pomp.” William Clark had mentioned her many times in his journal entries. Throughout the expedition, William Clark offered protection to Sacagawea. He even allowed her and her family to sleep in the same tent as he and Lewis did. Sacagawea then permitted him to be her son’s godfather. At the end of the Corps of Discovery, Charbonneau was compensated $500.33 for his efforts, but Sacagawea was not rewarded for her contributions. After she and Clark parted ways, Clark wrote a letter to her husband a few days later. He said that he regretted not paying Sacagawea and wanted to actually do it by promising Jean Baptiste free education when he was of appropriate age. Eventually, the promise was fulfilled when Sacagawea and her family were sent to St. Louis where Clark resided. Toussaint Charbonneau went back into the fur-trapping business and allowed Clark to adopt Jean Baptiste. The child became a European prince’s travel companion after he was educated. In 1812, Sacagawea gave birth to a daughter named Lisette. Unfortunately, Sacagawea passed away four months after when she was 25 years old. Lisette sooner or