Independence, Missouri
Also known as: Independence, Missouri · Independence, MO
Independence is a city mostly in, and one of two county seats of, Jackson County, Missouri, United States.
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eastern terminus
Independence served as the primary jumping-off point for thousands of emigrants, providing the last major supply hub before entering the Great Plains.
major departure point for wagon trains
Independence served as a primary outfitting center where pioneers purchased wagons and supplies before beginning their journey westward.
starting point for trails crossing the Great Plains
Independence served as a critical jumping-off point for settlers beginning their journey across the Great Plains via the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails.
Historical staging ground
Often cited as the starting point for many historical wagon trains, this city represents the gateway to the West that the characters in 1883 are attempting to navigate.