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Sacagawea During The Corps Of Discovery Expedition

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During the Corps Of Discovery Expedition led by Lewis and Clark, Sacagawea encountered many new things or people. As they were exploring, Sacagawea and the expedition party were able to exchange beliefs and ideas between who they came across. Now because of these exchanges it changed the culture for both Sacagawea, the Corps, and the new people they 've

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