On this day in history, September 23, 1806, Lewis and Clark return to St. Louis as heroes after journey

On September 23, 1806, U.S. Army Captain Meriwether Lewis, 2nd Lt. William Clark, and their Corps of Discovery returned to St. Louis after an epic journey to the Pacific Ocean. They were met with a hero’s welcome from the village inhabitants. The expedition lasted 28 months and covered 8,000 miles, encountering various challenges and documenting new discoveries. The expedition included diverse members, such as Sacagawea and York, Clark’s slave. The journey provided valuable insights into the landscape, native tribes, and daily struggles for survival. The expedition celebrated the nation’s independence in 1805 and returned safely to St. Louis. Kerry J. Byrne, a lifestyle reporter with Fox News Digital, has written about the exploration of North America to the Pacific Ocean. The explorers have discovered a practical route across the continent using the Missouri and Columbia Rivers. For more lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle.