Historical Events tagged with "northdakota"
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Elm Farm Ollie Flies in Fixed-Wing Aircraft
In a groundbreaking event, Elm Farm Ollie, a Holstein cow, became the first of her kind to fly in a fixed-wing aircraft. This significant milestone occurred when she was flown from Bismarck, North Dakota, to St. Louis, Missouri. The flight was organized to promote the dairy industry and showcase the capabilities of aviation. The highlight of the flight was the moment Ollie was milked during the journey, reinforcing both the novelty of the event and the ingenuity of the agricultural industry.
Continue ReadingCorps of Discovery Resumes Journey Westward
The Lewis and Clark Expedition, known as the Corps of Discovery, broke camp among the Mandan tribe and continued its journey west along the Missouri River. The team had spent the winter with the Mandans, developing relationships and gathering vital information. Upon breaking camp, they resumed navigating the river, eager to uncover what lay beyond the next bend, driven by their mission to explore the newly acquired territories of the United States and to find a route to the Pacific Ocean.
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