Stuff You Should Know Sacagawea: Impressive Teen
Feb 9, 2021
At just 16, Sacagawea made her mark with the Corps of Discovery, showcasing extraordinary resilience and intelligence. The discussion highlights her critical contributions to the Lewis and Clark expedition, including her linguistic abilities and cultural insight. Listeners will appreciate the humorous highlights of her life, alongside the significant challenges she faced as a young mother. The talk also touches on the discrepancies surrounding her legacy, compensation, and the ongoing recognition of her as a symbol for women's rights.
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Sacagawea's Name
- Josh and Chuck discuss the pronunciation of Sacagawea's name.
- They were raised saying "Sacajawea," but learned the correct pronunciation is closer to "Sakakawaga."
Social Media Preferences
- Chuck expresses gratitude for not joining Twitter.
- He enjoys Instagram more than Facebook.
Sacagawea's Early Life
- Sacagawea, born into the Lemhi band of the Shoshone tribe, was kidnapped at a young age.
- She was taken by the Hidatsa tribe and later became the "wife" (property) of Toussaint Charbonneau.