SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Over the course of the last two centuries, Springfield has undergone a remarkable transformation, transitioning from a charming hamlet into the third-largest city in Missouri.

Its history, which extends back to the early 1800s, is steeped in significance, with countless pivotal events molding its growth from its very beginnings.

Here’s a timeline of significant events that have happened in the month of October since 1831:

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