Musket Balls, Lewis & Clark, and the Fur Trade: Isotopic, Elemental, and Historical Analysis (original) (raw)

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This paper explores the isotopic and elemental analysis of musket balls and lead artifacts from various historical contexts associated with the Lewis and Clark expedition and the fur trade in the Pacific Northwest. Through partnerships with the National Park Service and Portland State University, the study aims to identify the origins of lead artifacts and provide insights into lead production technologies during the 19th century, highlighting the differences in sourcing lead for musket balls from England, Spain, and domestic areas in the United States.

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