Journal Entry

Camp Dubois: January 26, 1804

January 26, 1804

Training exercises at Camp Dubois focused on river navigation skills. The men practiced poling, rowing, and cordelling (towing with ropes from shore) — techniques they would need daily on the Missouri River.

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