Peaceful Conquest: Story Of The Lewis And Clark Expedition, 1804-1806 by Kelsie Ramey Osborn is a historical account of the famous expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, which took place between 1804 and 1806. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the expedition, including the planning process, the journey itself, and the impact it had on American history.The book begins with an introduction to the context and background of the expedition, including the Louisiana Purchase and the political climate of the time. From there, the author delves into the preparations for the journey, including the selection of the crew and the acquisition of supplies and equipment.As the expedition sets out, the book provides a detailed account of the journey, including the challenges faced by the crew, such as harsh weather, dangerous terrain, and encounters with Native American tribes. The author also explores the scientific discoveries made by Lewis and Clark, including their observations of the flora and fauna, as well as their interactions with the various Native American tribes they encountered.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the peaceful nature of the expedition, highlighting the efforts made by Lewis and Clark to establish friendly relations with the Native American tribes they encountered. The book also explores the impact of the expedition on American history, including its role in expanding American territory and opening up new trade routes.Overall, Peaceful Conquest: Story Of The Lewis And Clark Expedition, 1804-1806 is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most important expeditions in American history. It provides a comprehensive overview of the journey, while also exploring its broader historical significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.