Joplin

Historical marker location:

402 S Main St, Joplin, Missouri

( Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street (Missouri Route 43) and East 4th Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.)

Marker installed: 1953

Missouri played a significant role in the Civil War, with battles such as the Battle of Wilson's Creek and the Battle of Pea Ridge taking place on its soil.