Lewis and Clark Expedition Beginning - Pittsburgh, PA
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N 40° 26.822 W 079° 59.711
17T E 585209 N 4477859
The journey started in Pittsburgh on 8/31/1803.
Waymark Code: WM769G
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 09/08/2009
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On August 31, 1803, Captain Meriweather Lewis launched a 50-foot "keeled boat" from Fort Fayette, 100 yards downriver. This marked the beginning of the 3-year expedition commissioned by President Jefferson, which opened America to westward expansion.
"Must Sees"at this location":
Good views of the city and the river.
Date Waymark Created: 09/08/2009
Do they allow dogs at this location?: Yes, but must be on a leash.
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