The Real Sacagawea

Sacagawea was a Lemhi Shoshone woman who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition during their exploration of the Louisiana Territory. Her role on the Lewis and Clark Expedition is fascinating. However, the real story behind her death is a much more harrowing one. Whether you are an avid reader or just want to learn more about Sacagawea, this article will help you do just that. Read on to discover what made her such a remarkable woman.

Sacagawea's life

You've probably heard of Sacagawea. She was born in 1788 and is an outstanding woman figure from the late 1700s and early 1800s. Many things she accomplished were impossible for a man of her time. Even today, people honor her for her achievements. Here are a few facts about Sacagawea's life. These facts are relevant to women's lives today. You might be surprised to know that Sacagawea was a woman.

In 1788, Sacagawea was born to a Shoshone tribe near the Continental Divide. She was taken captive by Hidatsa Indians when she was just 12 years old. They took her to Hidatsa villages near Bismarck, North Dakota. At the age of 13, she married Toussaint Charbonneau, a French Canadian trader who had settled among the Hidatsa.

Her role on the Lewis and Clark Expedition

Sacagawea's role on the Corps of Discovery is unclear, but she does have an important role to play. She was involved in the Corps' decision to spend the winter near the Potas root system. Afterward, she is forgotten in Clark's journal. Her son eventually comes to the fore during the expedition. He names a tributary of the Mussellshell River after her.

Although her assistance on the expedition was not necessary, Sacagawea's relationship with the tribe she had left behind was important. Her brother was the chief of a tribe from which Clark had to purchase horses. In addition to this, she wanted to see the Pacific Ocean, and she presented Clark with a dozen weasel tails for Christmas. Her involvement was also beneficial for the native people of the Northwest.

A member of the Shoshone tribe, Sacagawea was a guide and translator for the men on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Her knowledge of medicinal plants and terrain made her a valuable asset. The expedition trusted her implicitly, and she was a great help several times. Moreover, Sacagawea gave birth to a son during the trip. This gave the expedition another strong supporter.

Her influence on the Oregon suffrage movement

The story of Sacagawea's life and contributions cannot be understated. She lived a short life, but her work helped form the modern makeup of this country. To denigrate her is blatantly wrong and is a form of genocidal propaganda. As an Associate Professor of History at Brigham Young University, I'm here to show the many positive aspects of Sacagawea's influence on the Oregon suffrage movement.

After Oregon City's school closed in 1844, white women began to organize and protest for the right to vote. The women were often abused and jailed, but eventually the nineteenth amendment made it possible for women to vote. Sacagawea was a powerful advocate of women's rights, and her influence on the Oregon suffrage movement was significant. Ultimately, Sacagawea's legacy lives on in the history of the United States.

Her death

The year 1884 has long been considered the date of Sacagawea's death. Her remains are interred in two locations - the Fort Manuel, South Dakota, and Wind River, Wyo. Sacagawea died there in 1884, at age 96. The story of her death is not completely clear, but scholars believe she moved to Wyoming with her son Jean Baptist. Her family later moved to the reservation.

After reading the primary and secondary sources, students will create a newspaper article announcing Sacagawea's death. This article will include an argumentative section in which they state their claim about Sacagawea's death and the reasons for it. They can also create their own "case" for Sacagawea's death by presenting evidence supporting their theories. It is important to note that students should not take the "legend" of Sacagawea at face value.