Historical Events tagged with "Missouri"
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First Sliced Bread Sold by Chillicothe Bakery
The Chillicothe Baking Company made history by selling the first pre-sliced loaves of bread in Chillicothe, Missouri. This innovation coincided with the 48th birthday of Otto Frederick Rohwedder, the inventor who created the bread-slicing machine. The introduction of sliced bread revolutionized the way bread was consumed and sold, making it more convenient for households across America. Customers could now enjoy evenly sliced bread without the need for cumbersome slicing at home, marking a significant advancement in the baking industry.
Continue ReadingUnion Victory at the Battle of Westport
The Battle of Westport was a major confrontation during the American Civil War, which took place in October 1864 in the vicinity of Kansas City, Missouri. The Union forces, commanded by Major General Samuel R. Curtis, faced off against Confederate General Sterling Price's army. This battle marked the last significant engagement west of the Mississippi River, culminating in a decisive Union victory. The Union's success effectively ended Confederate attempts to gain control in the region, solidifying their dominance in the western theater of the war.
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