A Historian Guide To Missouri Trivia: The Unearthing Hidden Fun Facts, Bizarre Events, and the Wild Stories of the Show Me State (US Trivia Collection

A Historian Guide To Missouri Trivia: The Unearthing Hidden Fun Facts, Bizarre Events, and the Wild Stories of the Show Me State (US Trivia Collection

Think you know Missouri? Think again. From the mighty Mississippi to the depths of the Ozarks, Missouri isn’t just the "Show Me State"—it’s the “Surprise Me State.” With every turn of the page, you’ll uncover outrageous characters, mind-bending historical moments, and trivia so strange you’ll have to double-check it’s not fiction . In A Historian Guide to Missouri Trivia , celebrated author Robert O. Petterson digs into the state's most unbelievable stories, forgotten facts, and quirky legends—delivering a treasure trove of brain-tickling trivia that goes way beyond what you learned in school. Inside this entertaining guide, you’ll learn: Why Missouri nearly sparked a national war over honeybees - How a failed bank robber accidentally became a local legend - Which tiny Missouri town hosted the real first Olympic Games in America - What presidential showdown started with a snowball fight in Independence - How the Gateway Arch almost looked completely different—and nearly wasn’t built at all - Which spooky legend haunts a stretch of highway and has baffled scientists for decades From the show-stopping legacy of Mark Twain and Harry Truman to the unsolved mysteries of rural backroads, Missouri is bursting with stories that demand to be told—and remembered. Quirky, captivating, and packed with historical mischief, this book is your backstage pass to the wild and wonderful soul of Missouri. Perfect for: ✅ History lovers, trivia junkies, and curious minds ✅ Missouri natives and newcomers alike ✅ Road trip companions and tour guides ✅ Fans of the offbeat, the bizarre, and the just plain fun Whether you're looking to impress at your next trivia night or simply want to uncover the Show Me State’s best-kept secrets, A Historian Guide to Missouri Trivia is the must-have volume in your collection. Part of the fast-growing US Trivia Collection series, this book is your invitation to rediscover America—one state at a time, one incredible fact at a time. Get ready to laugh, learn, and say, “Wait, THAT happened in Missouri?” Grab your copy now and dive into the lesser-known side of the Show Me State!