A Worker on the Eads Bridge Dies of The Bends: March 19, 1870

James Moran, born in Ireland, became one of the first documented people in history to die of decompression sickness, or the bends on this date in 1870.


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The Tri-State Tornado Breaks Out: March 18, 1925

The “Tri-State Tornado” struck Missouri, Illinois and Indiana. It killed 695 people and injured more than 2,000.


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Jim Bridger is Born: March 17, 1804

Mountain man Jim Bridger was born on this date.


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The Hawthorn Becomes Missouri’s State Flower: March 16, 1923

The hawthorn was selected as our state flower on this date in 1923.


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The Ancient Bones at Mastodon State Historic Site

Seeing the history play out in the ancient bones and other artifacts at Mastodon State Historic Site is an eye-opening experience. Stop by the visitor's center to see a life-sized…


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A Portion of the KATY Railroad is Completed: March 15, 1893

Work was completed on the KATY railroad between St. Charles and New Franklin. Now it is a beautiful bicycle trail all across the state.


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March 14, 1859

The city of Fulton was incorporated on this date in Missouri history.


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Bison, Birds, and More at Prairie State Park

Natural prairie is the headliner at this state park, but the bison, elk, birds, and flowers are also stunning. Prairie State Park is a unique place, dedicated as a living tribute…


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Our 14th Governor, Robert Marcellus Stewart, is Born: March 12, 1815

Robert Marcellus Stewart was born on this date in 1815, in Truxton, New York.


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The Border War Reaches the Basketball Court: March 11, 1907

The University of Missouri Tigers met the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team for the first time, beginning the basketball Border War. Missouri won 34–32. They played again the very…


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