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<< Scott Mandrell - Captain Meriwether Lewis
Drama teacher at Wydown Middle School in Clayton, Missouri and
nationally recognized living history presenter, Scott acts as
historical director and portrays Meriwether Lewis during the Lewis
& Clark Bicentennial Re-enactment Voyage that commenced on January 14,
2003. Mr. Mandrell began his work with the Discovery Expedition of
St. Charles in 1996 and has engaged in extensive primary research and
field trials in preparation for Lewis and Clark re-enactment journey.
Through his involvement with living history projects, Scott has worked
in cooperation with the National Park Service, Illinois Historic
Preservation Agency, Sons of the American Revolution, C-SPAN, Company of
Fifers and Drummers, Brigade of the American Revolution, North West
Territorial Alliance and numerous other historical societies. His unique
combination of experience as a teacher and historic scholar are integral
to the success of the project.
Join Scott Mandrell and Company on the
Lewis and Clark Trail. >>
Craig "Rocky" Rockwell - Captain William Clark
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Craig is known to his friends as 'Rocky,' lives in
Clarkston,
Washington. Craig is currently the Natural Resource Manager
for the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Craig's involvement with the Lewis and Clark story began in 1980 with
his first position as a Park Ranger for the Corps of Engineers. In
1998, as a way of bringing history to life, Craig began doing portrayals
as Captain William Clark, wearing the most historically accurate Clark
uniform in the country. He enjoys speaking to kids and adults alike --
in classrooms, at outdoor activities, at receptions and at more formal
events. The Clark persona allows him a unique and fun opportunity to
promote the bicentennial while teaching history.
<< Amy Mossett - Sacagawea
Amy Mossett is a member of the Mandan and Hidatsa tribes of Fort
Berthold and lives in
New Town, North Dakota. Amy has spent over a decade researching the
life of Sacagawea, as well as the cultural history of the Mandan and
Hidatsa tribes. Amy lives with her three daughters in North Dakota where
they continue to learn about their traditional culture and history. Amy
serves as Chairperson of the National Lewis and Clark Bicentennial
Council’s Circle of Tribal Advisors. She is a graduate of Fort Berthold
Community College, Minot State University and the University of North
Dakota. She is currently the tribal liaison for the National Lewis and
Clark Bicentennial Council.
 Hasan
Davis- York >>
Since 1997, Hasan Davis has been bringing history
alive. York, Black Explorer of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, is
the second living history performance created by Hasan. York's story
takes him from Enslavement into the greatest challenges that a person
can face. In a race against nature and time York proved himself to be
as capable and sometimes more capable than most of the able bodied
volunteer of the Corp of Discovery. Hasan Davis is
a living history performer, poet, storyteller and artist in residence
using his talent for the written and spoken word to enhance his
connection with the diverse communities he serves, and provide a context
for considering, understanding and possibly resolving instances of
stereotyping, prejudice and other divisive issues griping our
communities.
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