Sacajawea identified the landmark known as the "Three Forks" of the Missouri River during the Lewis and Clark Expedition. This area, where the Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin rivers converge, played a significant role in the exploration of the West. It later became the name for Gallatin County, one of Montana's first counties, reflecting its historical importance in American exploration and settlement.
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