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What was Meriwether Lewis' occupation before the Lewis and Clark Expedition?

  • Teacher

  • Soldier

  • Farmer

  • Doctor

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Before the expedition, Meriwether Lewis was a soldier. He joined the Virginia militia in 1794 and later served in the U.S. Army, where he became a captain. His military background and experience in wilderness survival made him an ideal choice for leading the expedition.
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