November 1, 2003 Buckskin Diplomacy The objects Lewis and Clark acquired in negotiations with Indian nations have much to say. by Christopher Reed From The November-December 2003 Issue Published in the November-December 2003 print issue in the Features section. Read more articles by Christopher Reed Most popular The University will compensate families of those whose remains were sold and establish a scholarship to honor anatomical donors. Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Lafayette’s Unexpected Gift to George Washington: Pheasants The two birds will be on display at Harvard this summer. Explore More From Current Issue Editor’s Letter The president of Harvard Magazine’s Board of Directors will step down in September. Research But it can’t replace human connection. University News A roundup of University news from the summer of 2026