Lewis & Clark

The First American Expedition

Clip: Season 1 | 3m 15s

Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the first American expedition to cross what is now the western portion of the United States. It was commissioned by Thomas Jefferson after the Louisiana Purchase to explore the newly acquired territory.

Aired: 05/01/17

Rating: NR

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Lewis & Clark

The Corps of Many Discoveries

Lewis and Clark sent a shipment of specimens to President Thomas Jefferson.

Clip: S1 | 1m 40s

The Corps of Many Discoveries

Clip: S1 | 1m 40s

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Lewis & Clark

A Beautiful New Territory

As Lewis and Clark headed West, they noted a dramatic change in climate and scenery.

Clip: S1 | 3m 30s

A Beautiful New Territory

Clip: S1 | 3m 30s

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Lewis & Clark

Official Trailer

Follow Lewis and Clark’s 19th-century voyage.

Preview: S1 | 30s

Official Trailer

Preview: S1 | 30s

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