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Originally Posted by sfarson
Do you ever pause for historical markers? Ever pull over for some kind of interpretive sign? Any photos of them, or can you capture some? Ahhh, for the historical mini-lessons, post them here, and get out there and take some pics of them.
On U.S. 159 just after crossing the Missouri River into Nebraska. Guess Lewis & Clark was serious about the night watchman staying awake...

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After the whipping Private Willard never fell asleep again on guard duty...and served admirably for the rest of the Expedition. The only member of the expedition believed to have had his picture taken. Lived a long life and next to last oldest to die.
Picture of Willard and wife.