As with many of the southern as well as eastern states, Missouri has an interesting history and its name as well as the names of some of its prominent cities is based on various figures from the country’s early development. One of the most common historic associations to Missouri’s name itself is the Missouri Compromise. The basic properties of this compromise dealt with an agreement between the anti and pro-slavery factions that were part of the US Congress. The agreement, or compromise, defined boundaries of legal slave ownership regions and established that slavery was prohibited the act north of the 36th parallel. This included the region that was formerly the Louisiana Territory. After continued debate and much disagreement and argument in the government this compromise was passed in 1820. Many of the tourists who visit the state learned about the Missouri Compromise in school though this may be the last or one of the last things on their mind as they enjoy a comfortable stay and visit the contemporary attractions. Perhaps it will come to mind when visiting landmarks and historic icons.
The city of Jackson, Missouri is another instance of name significance in relationship to history. Although, with the Missouri Compromise it was the congressional act that was named after the state and with the city of Jackson, it is was named after President Andrew Jackson. Jackson was one of the country’s more colorful president’s and today his legacy is defined by a contrast of interests and perspectives. On the controversial and unpopular side was both pro slavery and also supported Indian removal policies. His major individual liberty and pro democracy stances are often emphasized in association to his politics, though it is important to remember that these views and positions only applied to white male citizens and this was clearly defined in his views. He was known as a tough character and this earned him the nic-name of Old Hickory. He was also the country’s first frontier president and this remains a strong part of his legacy.
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