York
York was an American explorer and historic figure, being the only African-American member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition; he participated in the entire exploration and made significant contributions to its success. He was the first African American to cross the continent and see the Pacific.
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Margaret Piatt
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Nathan Richard McDowell
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Arthur Mercante Sr.
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Franz Blei
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J. Robert Harris
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Margaret Pardee
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Jacques Lebaudy
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