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Lewis and Clark in Illinois IL142 |
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 Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz
 Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz
LEWIS AND CLARK in ILLINOIS
On November 20, 1803, Meriwether Lewis, William Clark and their men made camp near this site. It was their first day moving up the Mississippi River and they only traveled 10 1/2 miles. The River's current was stronger than they ever imagined. Would they need more men for their journey?
Erected in 2003 by the State of Illinois, Illinois Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Commission, Alexander County Tourism.
IL-3 (The Great River Rd.), turnout, 12 miles N. of Cairo, Alexander County Illinois
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