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May 14, 1541
De Soto reaches Missouri!
Hernando de Soto and his party were the first Europeans to reach Missouri. -
Mining Lead
Slaves are brought to Missouri mine lead. -
Ste. Genevieve
Ste. Genevieve was the first permanent settlement in Missouri. -
St. Louis
In 1763 St. Louis is founded! -
Louisiana Purchase
The United States buys Louisiana Territory, wich includes Missouri. -
First Steamboats
The first steamboats arive in St. Louis. -
24th State
In 1821, Missouri becomes the 24th State! -
Slavery Ends
Missouri was the frist slaveholding state to end slavery. -
Lake of the Ozarks
Lake of the Ozarks is created. -
Segragation
Missouri schools desegragate.
