Lewis and Clark Camped by the Meramec River
On November 30, 1803, Lewis and Clark camped just north of the Meramec River in what is now St. Louis County.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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