Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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When the Corps of Discovery’s boat capsized in the river, Sacagawea sprang into action—rescuing vital supplies like bullets, books, and scientific tools. As a guide and interpreter, the young Shoshone woman played a key role in the Lewis and Clark expedition. Her quick thinking on this day showed remarkable diligence and earned her the respect of the entire crew.

🔗 Learn more about Sacagawea’s heroic moment:
billofrightsinstitute.org/activities/bird-womans-river-sacagaweas-diligence-in-a-historic-journey-handout-a-narrative

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