June 15th This Day in Missouri

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On June 15, several notable historical events have occurred in Missouri, based on available records:



  • 1820: Missouri's first constitutional convention convened in St. Louis to draft a state constitution, a key step toward Missouri's admission to the Union as a state in 1821.

  • 1861: During the Civil War, Union General Nathaniel Lyon captured Jefferson City, Missouri's capital, without resistance, securing control of the state government for the Union.

  • 1904: The St. Louis World's Fair, officially known as the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was in full swing on June 15, showcasing Missouri's role as a cultural and economic hub. While no specific event is tied to this exact date, the fair itself was a significant moment in Missouri's history, drawing millions to St. Louis.

June 15th This Day in Missouri

All day

On June 15, several notable historical events have occurred in Missouri, based on available records:



  • 1820: Missouri's first constitutional convention convened in St. Louis to draft a state constitution, a key step toward Missouri's admission to the Union as a state in 1821.

  • 1861: During the Civil War, Union General Nathaniel Lyon captured Jefferson City, Missouri's capital, without resistance, securing control of the state government for the Union.

  • 1904: The St. Louis World's Fair, officially known as the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was in full swing on June 15, showcasing Missouri's role as a cultural and economic hub. While no specific event is tied to this exact date, the fair itself was a significant moment in Missouri's history, drawing millions to St. Louis.

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