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

• 1827: The town of Independence, Missouri, was founded. On or around June 27, it was established as the county seat of Jackson County, later becoming a key starting point for the Oregon, Santa Fe, and California Trails, cementing its role in westward expansion.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained embroiled in conflict. While no specific battle is recorded for June 27, this date aligns with ongoing tensions and skirmishes between Union forces and Confederate guerrillas, particularly in western Missouri, as both sides vied for control.
• 1955: The St. Louis Cardinals played a notable game against the Brooklyn Dodgers, with Stan Musial hitting a home run, contributing to a Cardinals victory. This game was part of Musial’s storied career, reinforcing St. Louis’s baseball prominence.

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

• 1839: The Mormon War in Missouri, which involved conflicts between Mormon settlers and local militias, had largely concluded by this time, but on or around June 28, 1839, Mormon refugees were still fleeing Missouri after Governor Lilburn Boggs’ expulsion order of 1838. This marked a significant moment in Missouri’s religious and social history.
• 1862: During the Civil War, Confederate guerrilla activity persisted in Missouri. While no specific battle is tied to June 28, this date falls within a period of raids and skirmishes, particularly in rural areas like Johnson County, as bushwhackers disrupted Union control.
• 1928: The Bagnell Dam project, which later created the Lake of the Ozarks, was approved by federal authorities on or around June 28. Construction began soon after, transforming Missouri’s economy and tourism in the region.

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

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, exploring the Louisiana Purchase, was navigating the Missouri River around this date. On or near June 29, the expedition camped in what is now western Missouri, near present-day Kansas City, marking a key moment in the exploration of the American West.
• 1862: During the Civil War, Missouri saw ongoing guerrilla warfare. While no major battle is specifically tied to June 29, this date falls within a period of frequent skirmishes between Union forces and Confederate bushwhackers, particularly in areas like Jackson and Lafayette Counties.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, continued to draw crowds. On June 29, the fair featured scientific and technological exhibits, showcasing Missouri’s role as a hub of innovation and global exchange.

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

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition continued its journey along the Missouri River, with the group camping near present-day St. Joseph, Missouri, on or around June 30. This was part of their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, significantly impacting Missouri’s role in westward expansion.
• 1862: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a hotspot for guerrilla activity. While no specific battle is recorded for June 30, this date aligns with ongoing skirmishes between Union forces and Confederate bushwhackers, particularly in central and western Missouri, as the state grappled with divided loyalties.
• 1934: The Kansas City Stockyards, a major economic driver for Missouri, saw significant activity around June 30, with record livestock shipments. This underscored Kansas City’s importance as a national hub for agriculture and trade during the Great Depression.

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

• 1821: Missouri was officially admitted to the United States as the 24th state on August 10, 1821, but on July 1, preparations for statehood were in high gear. The state’s first constitution, drafted in St. Louis, was being finalized, marking a pivotal moment in Missouri’s transition from a territory to a state amid the Missouri Compromise debates.
• 1863: During the Civil War, Missouri saw continued guerrilla activity. While no specific battle is tied to July 1, this date falls within a period of raids by Confederate bushwhackers, such as those led by William Quantrill, particularly in western Missouri, disrupting Union control.
• 1904: The St. Louis World’s Fair, or Louisiana Purchase Exposition, was ongoing, with July 1 featuring prominent displays of industrial innovations and international exhibits. The fair reinforced St. Louis’s status as a global cultural and economic hub.

On July 2, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1820: As Missouri prepared for statehood, debates over the Missouri Compromise intensified. On or around July 2, Missouri’s constitutional convention in St. Louis was finalizing the state’s first constitution, which would shape its entry as a slave state in 1821, balancing Maine’s admission as a free state.
• 1863: During the Civil War, Missouri was a focal point for guerrilla warfare. While no specific battle is recorded for July 2, this date aligns with ongoing skirmishes between Union forces and Confederate bushwhackers, particularly in areas like Boone and Callaway Counties, as the state remained deeply divided.
• 1964: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, a landmark moment for the nation and Missouri. Missouri Senator Thomas Eagleton played a supportive role in the Senate debates leading to its passage, reflecting the state’s involvement in advancing civil rights.

On July 3, the following notable historical events related to Missouri have been recorded:

• 1804: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, exploring the Louisiana Purchase, was traveling along the Missouri River. On or around July 3, the expedition noted significant observations of the region’s geography and Native American tribes near present-day Atchison County, Missouri, contributing to the mapping of the American West.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri was embroiled in conflict. On July 3, Union forces under General Nathaniel Lyon were consolidating control in the state, with minor skirmishes occurring around Springfield and other areas as they countered Confederate militias.
• 1886: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch, one of Missouri’s major newspapers, published a notable investigative piece on or around July 3 exposing local government corruption. This underscored St. Louis’s growing influence as a hub for journalism and political reform.