He did reap the benefits after the expedition as much as he could, “Lewis obtained extra money and land grants for his men, and he was appointed Governor of the extensive Louisiana Territory”(11). Lewis was appointed Governor and was quick to become involved in the politics of the new land after his return home. The thought was he knew the lay of the land and he had the abilities to run it so it was logical at the time to allow him to govern the land. He was also trusted by the occupants of the land already, this caused less conflict when moving and taking away much Native American territory. He did end up eventually neglecting his duties as Governor and being forced to step down and allow someone more fit to run the