While on their journey a few of the corps decides they wanted to disobey the orders of Sergeant Ordway by attending one of the local gorg shops. Lewis was left to discipline the men for their behaviors. Although Lewis was a captain he kept the opinions and thoughts of his fellow corps in mind before making any major decisions. Lewis always preferred to work with others and was supportive when times became tough such as when they had to cross the Rockies. Lewis slipped and fell while carving his name into the side of Tavern Cave. He lodged his knife into the side of the cave which ended up saving his life. 

         Lewis would be the best choice for me to take as my Captain because he is a very honorable man. Lewis believes that hard work is key and always put in his full effort. He was in amazing shape and always very flexible. Lewis worked well with others and got them through some of the worst times they faced during their expedition. He is a good choice because he considers others and puts them above himself. He was a good delegator and always did his share of work. He studied the land and identified things such as animals and plants which are now known species today. 

       Bratton’s blacksmithing skills came to good use. In order to trade with the Mandans for corn and dried vegetables, the members of the Corps agreed to repair and sharpen metal objects that the Mandan and Hidatsa Indians had collected from British traders. Bratton and Alexander Willard were crucial to this effort. While walking along the shore Bratton came into close contact with a grizzly bear. Bratton shot the bear dead center. Though wounded, the bear chased Bratton more than half a mile upstream until he was able to find other Corps members, who were rowing up river.

        William Bratton was a very fierce man. He always gave his 100%, Bratton was very talented in gunsmithing and blacksmithing which helped the Corps when trading with local Native American Tribes. This talent helped provide the men with food. Bratton was very loyal to his people and was a dedicated spirit. Bratton was chased down the river by a dangerous bear and managed to survive. He was a brave soul and majorly benefited his team. 

          Three young Nez Perce boys spotted William Clark and a few men approaching the Nez Perce lodges. Clark and the men had pushed ahead of the Corps to seek out the Nez Perce. The boys were frightened and hid in the tall prairie grass. Clark found them and offered each a ribbon which signaled that friendly visitors had arrived. While there, Lewis and Clark traded with Nez Perce chiefs. The captains hoped to make trading posts and ensure peace in the region.