St Louis Cemetery Buried in History   

Probably not your first thought when planning a vacation location, Bellefontaine Cemetery in 
Saint Louis is worth a stop. Established in 1849, Bellefontaine Cemetery has a renowned collection of art and architecture. Travelers interested in genealogy and history can spend hours at this beautifully landscaped historic site.

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The Civil War in Independence, Missouri

In Jackson County, two major battles took place within the city of Independence, Missouri. The first Battle of Independence, one of the first urban battles of the Civil War, was August 11, 1862.
The second Battle of Independence/Battle of the Little Blue, was October 21-22, 1864, when the Union and Confederate armies fought along the Little Blue River in Eastern Jackson County.The Confederate victory was a costly one. Any strategic gain was offset by the loss of several able officers.

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Paducah’s Civil War

See Paducah’s civil war history, daily at the Market House Museum.

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