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Again Indian Country changed hands when America became its own country and the initial policy when dealing with Native Americans, was they were recognized as their own "legitimate representative bodies" and were to be left alone with execption of a governmental allowance. It was then questioned how much land was included in Indian Country and with the Lousianna Purchase in 1803; it was Lewis and Clark's job to find out.  Portraits of Clark (right) and Lewis (left). |
When Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark on their expedition, they were to see the expanse of their newly purchased land and to unify the separate Native American tribes. Though unsuccessful in unification, they did make peace with almost all the tribes encountered. When encountering a new tribe, the leader was given a peace metal as a symbol of relations between the Indians and Americans. Along with this medallion, a speech was given stating that the US now had sovereignty over the land and they wished to have a peaceful coexistence.
 After the land was explored, it seemed accessible to the general public and manifest destiny occurred. People were flocking west in hopes of a new life and conflicts started to occur. Many wanted to settle the land that was occupied by Native Americans and the government must intervene. |
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