On September 23, the following notable historical events related to Missouri occurred:
- 1806: The Lewis and Clark Expedition officially returned to St. Louis on September 23, completing their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase. Their arrival was celebrated, reinforcing Missouri’s role as the gateway to the West.
- 1850: The Compromise of 1850, affecting Missouri as a slave state, was being implemented around September 23. It intensified debates over slavery in St. Louis, reflecting Missouri’s position in national tensions.
- 1861: During the Civil War, the aftermath of the First Battle of Lexington (September 20) was ongoing in Missouri. On September 23, Confederate forces under Sterling Price were consolidating their victory in Lexington, strengthening their hold in the state.
- 1888: The Missouri Pacific Railroad expanded its network through southeast Missouri around September 23, connecting Cape Girardeau to other regions and boosting the state’s economic infrastructure.
- 1933: The Great Depression impacted Missouri, and on or around September 23, New Deal-funded projects in Kansas City began constructing public works, providing jobs and economic relief.
- 2004: The St. Louis Cardinals played a significant game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium on September 23, with Albert Pujols hitting a game-winning home run, contributing to their strong season and Missouri’s baseball legacy.