On July 26, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Brownville, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Nemaha County, on or around July 26. They continued their council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, documenting cultural exchanges and the region’s geography, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, conflicts intensified. On or around July 26, non-Mormon vigilantes in Carroll and Daviess Counties escalated attacks on Mormon settlers, with increasing violence contributing to the state’s expulsion order against Mormons later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri saw ongoing military activity. On July 26, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were engaged in minor skirmishes in southwest Missouri near Springfield, as they positioned themselves for the upcoming Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1870: The Kansas City Times, a prominent Missouri newspaper, published a significant editorial on or around July 26, advocating for regional economic development, reflecting Kansas City’s growing influence as a commercial hub.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 26 featuring international trade exhibits and early Olympic events, showcasing Missouri’s global economic and cultural prominence.
• 1947: The St. Louis Cardinals played a notable game against the Brooklyn Dodgers at Sportsman’s Park, with Stan Musial hitting a game-winning home run, reinforcing Missouri’s baseball legacy.

On July 27, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Otoe County, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around July 27. They continued their council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, documenting the region’s resources and cultural exchanges, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, tensions escalated significantly. On or around July 27, non-Mormon vigilantes in Daviess County intensified their campaign against Mormon settlers, with skirmishes and threats escalating the conflict that led to the Mormon expulsion order later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a hotbed of conflict. On July 27, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were engaged in minor skirmishes in southwest Missouri near Springfield, part of their strategic maneuvers leading up to the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1873: The Missouri Pacific Railroad expanded its network through central Missouri around July 27, completing a key line connecting Jefferson City to St. Louis, boosting the state’s economic and transportation infrastructure.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 27 featuring international agricultural exhibits and cultural performances, reinforcing Missouri’s prominence as a global hub.
• 1922: The Bagnell Dam, which created the Lake of the Ozarks, began early construction planning around July 27, marking a significant step toward transforming Missouri’s tourism and energy sectors.

On July 28, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Otoe County, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around July 28. They continued their council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, documenting the region’s geography and cultural interactions, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, conflicts escalated. On or around July 28, non-Mormon residents in Carroll and Daviess Counties intensified attacks on Mormon settlers, with increasing violence contributing to the state’s expulsion order against Mormons later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri saw ongoing military activity. On July 28, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were engaged in minor skirmishes in southwest Missouri near Springfield, as they prepared for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1879: The St. Louis-based Missouri Botanical Garden hosted a significant public event around July 28, showcasing new plant species and horticultural innovations, reinforcing its status as a leading botanical research center.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 28 featuring international scientific exhibits and early Olympic events, highlighting Missouri’s global cultural and economic prominence.
• 1930: The Kansas City Star published a major investigative report on or around July 28, exposing corruption in the city’s political machine under Tom Pendergast, reflecting Missouri’s complex political history during the Great Depression.

On July 29, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Otoe County, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around July 29. They continued their council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, documenting cultural exchanges and the region’s resources, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, tensions escalated further. On or around July 29, non-Mormon vigilantes in Daviess County intensified their campaign against Mormon settlers, with skirmishes and threats contributing to the conflict that led to the Mormon expulsion order later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a battleground. On July 29, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were engaged in minor skirmishes in southwest Missouri near Springfield, part of their preparations for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1870: The St. Louis, Iron Mountain, and Southern Railway completed a significant expansion through southeast Missouri around July 29, improving transportation to areas like Cape Girardeau and fostering economic growth.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 29 featuring international trade exhibits and cultural performances, reinforcing Missouri’s prominence as a global hub.
• 1954: The St. Louis Cardinals played a notable game against the Brooklyn Dodgers at Busch Stadium, with Stan Musial hitting a walk-off home run, contributing to the team’s legacy and Missouri’s baseball prominence.

On July 30, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Blair, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around July 30. They held a significant council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, exchanging gifts and discussing trade, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, tensions continued to escalate. On or around July 30, non-Mormon vigilantes in Carroll and Daviess Counties intensified attacks on Mormon settlers, with skirmishes escalating the conflict that led to the Mormon expulsion order later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri saw ongoing military activity. On July 30, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were maneuvering in southwest Missouri, engaging in minor skirmishes near Springfield as they prepared for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1875: The Missouri Pacific Railroad expanded its network through western Missouri around July 30, completing a key line connecting Kansas City to other regions, boosting the state’s economic and transportation infrastructure.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 30 featuring international agricultural exhibits and early Olympic events, highlighting Missouri’s global cultural and economic prominence.
• 1965: The Gateway Arch in St. Louis saw significant construction progress around July 30, with the final sections of the structure nearing completion, marking a milestone in Missouri’s iconic architectural history.

On July 31, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Blair, Nebraska, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around July 31. They continued their council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, documenting the region’s resources and diplomatic exchanges, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, conflicts escalated significantly. On or around July 31, non-Mormon residents in Daviess County held meetings to organize against Mormon settlers, with violent skirmishes occurring, contributing to the state’s expulsion order against Mormons later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a hotbed of conflict. On July 31, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were engaged in minor skirmishes in southwest Missouri near Springfield, as they finalized preparations for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1876: The St. Louis-based Anheuser-Busch brewery achieved a milestone around July 31 by expanding its refrigerated railcar system, enabling wider distribution of Budweiser and solidifying Missouri’s role in the national brewing industry.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 31 featuring international scientific exhibits and cultural performances, reinforcing Missouri’s prominence as a global hub.
• 1970: The St. Louis Cardinals played a notable game against the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium, with Lou Brock stealing three bases, contributing to a Cardinals victory and highlighting Missouri’s baseball legacy.

On August 1, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, navigating the Missouri River, was near present-day Council Bluffs, Iowa, across from Missouri’s Atchison County, on or around August 1. They held a significant council with Otoe and Missouri tribes, exchanging gifts and discussing trade, advancing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase.
• 1838: During the Mormon War in Missouri, tensions escalated further. On or around August 1, non-Mormon vigilantes in Daviess County intensified their campaign against Mormon settlers, with skirmishes and threats contributing to the conflict that led to the Mormon expulsion order later in 1838.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a battleground. On August 1, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were actively maneuvering in southwest Missouri, engaging in minor clashes near Springfield as they prepared for the Battle of Wilson’s Creek.
• 1870: The Kansas City Stockyards began significant operations around August 1, solidifying Kansas City’s role as a major livestock trading hub and boosting Missouri’s agricultural economy.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with August 1 featuring international trade exhibits and early Olympic events, highlighting Missouri’s global cultural and economic prominence.
• 1966: The Gateway Arch in St. Louis was officially opened to the public around August 1, with tram rides to the top beginning, marking a milestone in Missouri’s architectural and tourism history.