Missouri History Today January 27, 1999: Pope John Paul II Celebrates Mass With Thousands In St Louis
Missouri History Today: January 27, 1999 Pope John Paul II Celebrates Mass With Thousands In St Louis
January 26, 1999
This date in Missouri history: One of the most famous guests in St. Louis history, Pope John Paul II, touched down at Lambert Airport for a 31-hour visit. The Pope was greeted by President Bill Clinton.