On November 11, the following notable historical events related to Missouri occurred:
- 1806: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, having returned to St. Louis in late September, continued to be celebrated on or around November 11, with local festivities in St. Louis honoring their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, reinforcing Missouri’s role as a western hub.
- 1856: During the “Bleeding Kansas” conflict, pro-slavery “Border Ruffians” from Missouri were active on or around November 11, crossing into Kansas to intimidate anti-slavery settlers, escalating violence and highlighting Missouri’s role in the slavery debate.
- 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri remained a battleground. On or around November 11, Union forces under General Ulysses S. Grant were regrouping in southeast Missouri after the Battle of Belmont, while Confederate guerrilla activities persisted across the state.
- 1888: The Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis hosted a public exhibition around November 11, showcasing rare plant species and reinforcing its reputation as a leading botanical research center.
- 1918: On November 11, Armistice Day marked the end of World War I. Celebrations erupted in St. Louis and Kansas City, with Missouri honoring its soldiers, including those from the 35th Division, who played a key role in the war effort.
- 2004: The St. Louis Cardinals held a season-end fan appreciation event in St. Louis on or around November 11, following their World Series loss to the Boston Red Sox, honoring Albert Pujols and the team’s strong performance, reinforcing Missouri’s baseball legacy.