In search of York: The slave who went to the Pacific with Lewis and Clark
by Robert B. Betts, James J. Holmberg
Category: History

The sole African American member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, William Clark's enigmatic body servant York has inspired numerous myths about his character and exploits. This title aims to remove many of the fallacies surrounding York and pinpoints the important role he played in the success of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.