Why did President Thomas Jefferson send Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on their famous expedition?

Question

A.
to settle the dispute with Great Britain over the Oregon Territory
B.
to explore the land acquired through the Louisiana Purchase
C.
to lead an army to fight the Spanish living in California
D.
to force the Native Americans off their lands

Answer 1

B. to explore the land acquired through the Louisiana Purchase

President Thomas Jefferson sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on their expedition primarily to explore the vast territories acquired through the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the United States. Their mission included mapping the land, studying its geography, flora and fauna, and establishing trade and relationships with Native American tribes in the region.