Lewis and Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery - Video

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Burns, Ken. Lewis and Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery. 1997.

The story of the Corps of Discovery, retold by renowned director Ken Burns. Meet the expedition's two famous captains as well as young army men, French-Canadian boatmen, Clark's slave York and the courageous Shoshone woman Sacagawea, who brought her infant son on this momentous journey. This comprehensive film tells a grand story, not only of America's history, but of its promise. Made in the U.S.A. 240 minutes. Bonus features on the DVD include a "Making of Lewis & Clark" featurette and interviews with Ken Burns and Stephen Ambrose.