What did European explorers find in the 1600's?
Osage and Missouria nations.
Who founded Louisiana?
The French
Did they claim other areas?
yes
Which ones?
Ste. Genevieve and St. Louis
When was that?
Ste. Genevieve in 1735
What about St. Louis?
1764
Who  acquired the Louisiana Purchase?
United States
When?
1803
Who was it immediately populated by?
Americans from the Upland South
How many people live in Missouri now?
over six million
What is the capital?
Jefferson City
Did it play a role in the Civil War?
yes
How come?
there were many conflicts within
Was it considered a border state?
yes
Did it play a small or large roll in westward expansion?
large
What notable trails began in Missouri?
The Pony Express, Oregon Trail, Santa Fe Trail, and California Trail
Where in the US is it located?
Midwest
What rivers are in it?
The Mississippi River
Is there another?
unknown
How many counties are in it?
114