May 27, 1778
The founder of St. Louis, Pierre Laclède, was going downriver to New Orleans on this date when he died.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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