Sacagawea, Guide and Interpreter
for the Lewis & Clark Expedition
How She Got
This Position: Sacagawea
was chosen as Political Correspondent because her namesake,
Sacagawea, demonstrated political savvy as she interpreted for
the Lewis and Clark Expedition at the highest and most important
tribal councils and served as a peace symbol on the Expedition's
journey to the Pacific Ocean.
Acting as the liaison for governmental affairs, reporting on
political current events as they happen, and detailing important
would Like to Share with the Hero Clubhouse Members:
When I was growing up, the times
were much different in North America. The United States territory
stretched from the Atlantic Ocean to the Rocky Mountains, and
Native American tribes populated the western part of the continent.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition chose me as a guide, interpreter,
and peace symbol because of my strength and self-reliance.
I taught the men which plants were edible and recognized distinctive
landmarks along the route. I knew I was up to the challenge
of traveling 4,000 miles to the Pacific Ocean and back (and
I carried my infant son the entire journey). You too can lead
a group into unknown territory. ALL YOU NEED IS COURAGE, STRENGTH,
AND A HEALTHY ATTITUDE. Happy Travels!
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