April 1805

Historical Events in April 1805

Music Premiere

Apr 7 Premiere of Ludwig van Beethoven's "Eroica", in Vienna, conducted by the composer

Composer Ludwig van Beethoven — Composer
Ludwig van Beethoven

Historic Expedition

Apr 7 Lewis and Clark Expedition leaves Fort Mandan (on the Missouri River near what is now Washburn, North Dakota), beginning their journey to the Pacific Ocean

Explorer and Leader of Lewis & Clark Expedition William Clark — Explorer and Leader of Lewis & Clark Expedition
William Clark

Interpreter and Guide Sacagawea — Interpreter and Guide
Sacagawea

Explorer and Leader of Lewis & Clark Expedition Meriwether Lewis — Explorer and Leader of Lewis & Clark Expedition
Meriwether Lewis

Apr 27 US Marines attack shores of Tripoli

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