This Week in Ark. History, Episode 23, "Hunter-Dunbar Expedition"
Channel: Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston
Date: 2013-03-19

Episode 23, "The Hunter-Dunbar Expedition" is part of a made-for-radio series presented by Secretary of State Mark Martin. While Lewis & Clark gained fame for exploring the northern part of the Louisiana Purchase, President Jefferson sent another duo to explore the waters of the "Washita" river and nearby thermal springs in the south. William Dunbar and Dr. George Hunter provided the first glimpse of the areas we now know as Arkansas and Louisiana.

Each episode of "This Week in Arkansas History" features notable events, personalities and landmarks that have shaped the state's past. We've adapted these clips for the web to bring you a peek into the Natural State's past that we hope you'll enjoy. Watch for more episodes on our YouTube channel, ArkansasSOS.