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The Battle of Westport Visitor Center tells the story of the stirring events of the Battle of Westport, the largest Civil War battle west of the Mississippi. It depicts the experiences of the soldiers and civilians caught in the vortex of war over the three days of October 21 – 23, 1864.
Two wars have directly affected the region, the American Civil War (1860–1865) and the Plains Indian Wars. Kansas was also greatly affected during the Bleeding Kansas period (1855–1861) in which settlers and outsiders fought to determine whether the territory would become a free or slave state.
Event Information. This long standing D1 exposure event is coming back to the KC area! Travel Teams if you attend USJN's Battle at the Border in June OR Mountain Madness in July - you receive this event for 50% off. To receive your promocode contact cmennig@usjn.com.
Apr 18, 2022 · Kansas City’s history predates its notorious nickname as the “Paris of the Plains.” The year is 1803 and the United States had just made the Lousianna purchase for a tidy sum of 15 million dollars, a purchase that would double its size and stimulate pivotal western expansion.
Feb 28, 2010 · Battle of Westport Marker. Closeup of Marker. Inscription. On the morning of October 23, 1864 Federal cavalry under General Alfred Pleasonton forced a crossing of the Big Blue at Byram's Ford and assaulted this hill which was defended by General Marmaduke's Confederate division.
Nov 24, 2021 · The Battle of Westport was the largest engagement of the Civil War west of the Mississippi River. Byram's Ford was the pivotal point for two successive days during the battle as the Federal and Confederate armies fought over this ground.
Mar 17, 2024 · With the Federals in jeopardy of being flanked and isolated, Blunt ordered the defenders to withdraw to Westport (now part of Kansas City, Missouri) and join the bulk of Curtis’ army, setting the stage for the decisive Battle of Westport the next day.
