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Sacagawea (c.1788-1884)
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In 1804, Sacagawea (pronounced Sa-ka-ka-way-uh) and her husband joined Lewis and Clark as members of the Corps of Discovery. Her knowledge assured the explorers' survival, as her skill in identifying edible plants and roots secured food when supplies were low. When the explorers crossed the Continental Divide, Sacagawea's presence with her infant son helped the expedition pass smoothly through the Shoshone, Nez Perce, and Clatsop Indian territories.
Sacagawea was born to the Shoshone Nation, but taken and raised by rival Hidatsas, in what is now the state of
North Dakota. She died on April 9, 1884.
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