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Lewis and Clark - The Cave IL216 |
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 Picture courtesy of Jim Kuntz
Lewis & Clark Expedition
1803 - 1806
The Cave
This natural cave located nearby was known to European explorers as early as 1729. Its location was noted in diaries and journals of travelers. It was noted on maps used by Lewis and Clark.
Late in the 18th century, The Cave was habitat for robbers, thieves, and gangs. These malefactors included Samuel Mason and the Harpe Brothers.
Knowing of the cave's history, Lewis and Clark would have approached this point with caution.
This sign was erected by the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Commission in 2003 in conjunction with the Illinois Bureau of Tourism, The National Park Service, and Southern Illinois Tourism Development Office.
Market St. & Main St. (IL-1), Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County Illinois
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