Before the Civil War, almost nobody in Missouri supported the abolition of salvery. Even strong Unionists generally supported "the peculiar institution." But the bloody conflict created a new ...

"The years of the Civil War were bleak ones for the churches of Missouri," wrote Duane Myer in "The Heritage of Missouri: A ...

The Missouri Civil War Museum is located about 10 miles south ... Walking Tour of the Saint Louis Fascinating History ...

In 1820 the Missouri Compromise was passed to sort out this issue. By 1819, the US was made up of 22 states - evenly split between Slave States and Free States. In November 1819, Missouri ...

Missouri is home to numerous roadside attractions that offer a glimpse into the state’s rich history. From Route 66 landmarks ...