The printing and publishing history of the Expedition was even more complex and lengthy than the voyage itself. For more information see: Introduction: The Publications of The U.S. Exploring Expedition, 1844-1874 & Bibliographic Note: The Publications of The U.S. Exploring Expedition, 1844-1874 (pdf) by Leslie K. Overstreet.

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