A ground breaking ceremony was held at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas on 1 July 2004 for the new ... [more] |
The “Lewis and Clark Center” will be located adjacent to the Combined Arms Research Library, ... [more] |
Once construction is completed, “Lewis and Clark Center” will be also be located near the Buffalo ... [more] |
One of the period military encampments erected by interpreters in downtown Atchison, Kansas. |
Visitors had many opportunities to learn more about the members of the expedition at the U.S. ... [more]
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Another view of Jeffersonian era soldiers in their encampment located in downtown Atchison. |
HEMETT transport vehicle of the Kansas National Guard parked in Atchison, Kansas. This ... [more] |
Veterans Memorial Park in Atchison, Kansas, location of the downtown commemorative activities ... [more]
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Saluting piece (75mm WW2 pack howitzer used by airborne troops) belonging to the 1st ... [more] |
Jeffersonian-era Army artillerists get a chance to practice firing a “modern” artillery piece. |
Pulling the lanyard!
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Another view of Veterans Memorial Park in Atchison, located on the scenic western bank of ... [more]
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Lewis and Clark’s entire flotilla is visible here. It is easy to see why the expedition distinguished ... [more]
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The “White” pirogue (similar in design to a Boston Whaler).
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The “Red” pirogue.
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The “keelboat” aka “The Barge”. |
Another view of the “White” pirogue – note the rudder mounted on the stern.
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A view that allows a comparison to be made in regard to the relative size of the keelboat ... [more]
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Close-up of the pintle mount of the boat gun on the bow of the “White” Pirogue. This mounting ... [more] |
A view of the “Red” and “White” pirogues. Note the American flag on each mast. |
Close up of Lewis and Clark’s “flagship” as indicated by the white commanding officers ... [more] |
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has organized a group of interpreters dedicated to faithfully ... [more] |
An interpreter dressed in Jeffersonian era “fatigue uniform” stands guard at the U.S. Army Corps of ... [more] |
A view of the tented Jeffersonian era military encampment established by the U.S. Army Corps of ... [more] |
Independence Creek as seen from the rear of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encampment ... [more] |
A scene where several members of the expedition, including Captain Lewis, as conversing with York.
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Captain Lewis as portrayed by Mr. Steve Allie of the Fort Leavenworth Living History Association. |
This is how nineteenth century soldiers normally stacked their muskets while in camp. |
The newly installed State of Kansas historical marker at Independence Creek. |
Dr. Hal Stearns (portraying William Clark in later life) chats with two admirers at the ... [more] |
Dr. Stearns is wearing the uniform of a Brigadier General (a rank eventually reached by Clark). In 1807 ... [more] |
Dr. Stearns is seen here entertaining visitors to the encampment with a speech that William Clark ... [more] |
Soldiers prepare to toast the Fourth of July. |
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers interpreters freely mingled with visitors, answering ... [more] |
Full length photograph of Dr. Stearns in Jeffersonian uniform. |
The showcase event of “A Journey Forth” in Kansas City, Missouri took place on 3 July in Berkley ... [more] |
Soldiers from the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps (stationed at Fort Myer, ... [more] |
Another view of the members of the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps being interviewed on live Television. |
Wrapping up the interview! |
The 135th Army Band (Missouri National Guard) provided marvelous entertainment to the crowds ... [more] |
Missouri National Guard saluting battery located behind the main stage at Berkley Park. |
The Official U.S. Army 1802 Lewis and Clark Color Guard. |
These Soldiers are all members of A Company, 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) stationed at Fort ... [more] |
Members of the American Indian color guard who also participated in the event. |
Invited guests begin to gather at Berkley Park shortly before 10 a.m. on Saturday, 3 July 2004. |
In a short while it was virtually standing room only as the dignitaries began arriving. |
Interpreters dressed as Jeffersonian soldiers present arms as they salute the playing of the National Anthem. |
Several of the Non-Commissioned Officers from The Old Guard who accompanied the Fife ... [more] |
The U.S. Army Official 1802 Lewis and Clark Color Guard prepares to present the National Colors ... [more] |
The American Indian Color Guard prepare to present the National, State, and tribal colors. |
The U.S. Army Parachute Team, also known as “The Golden Knights”, also took part ... [more] |
An Army jumper slows just prior to landing directly atop a ground marker during a precision jump ... [more] |
Specialist Jon Ewald, a member of the Golden Knights, narrates events at Berkley Park. |
Jumpers gather up their parachutes at Berkley Park. |
A Soldier who wants to become a Golden Knight must first apply to attend the Assessment and ... [more]
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Here you can see the crowds intently watching the Golden Knights as they approach Berkley Park. |
Once the Golden Knights performance was complete, attention turned once more to center ... [more] |
Lieutenant General William S. Wallace, commanding general of the Combined Arms Center ... [more] |
In his speech that morning, General Wallace pointed out that just like today’s Soldiers, Captains ... [more] |
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