On November 6, the following notable historical events related to Missouri occurred:

• 1806: The Lewis and Clark Expedition, having returned to St. Louis in late September, was still celebrated on or around November 6, with ongoing festivities in St. Louis honoring their exploration of the Louisiana Purchase, reinforcing Missouri’s role as a western hub.
• 1857: During the prelude to the Civil War, tensions over slavery escalated. On or around November 6, pro-slavery “Border Ruffians” from Missouri held rallies in Kansas City to support pro-slavery efforts in Kansas, contributing to the “Bleeding Kansas” conflict.
• 1861: During the Civil War, Missouri was a hotbed of conflict. On or around November 6, Union forces under General Ulysses S. Grant were finalizing preparations in southeast Missouri for the Battle of Belmont, which occurred the following day, marking a significant early engagement.
• 1890: The Missouri Pacific Railroad expanded its network through southeast Missouri around November 6, connecting Cape Girardeau to other regions and boosting the state’s economic infrastructure.
• 1929: The Great Depression deepened in Missouri. On or around November 6, banks in St. Louis faced increased financial strain, reflecting the growing economic crisis in the state.
• 2011: The St. Louis Cardinals continued celebrations of their World Series victory over the Texas Rangers, with fan events in St. Louis on or around November 6, honoring David Freese’s MVP performance and reinforcing Missouri’s baseball legacy.