Q:

Why is Missouri the "show me" state

Answer

The phrase "Show Me" is attributed to Missouri's Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver,who coined the phrase in a speech in 1899.

Categorized In: State & Local Government , Geography

Source: SOS, Missouri - State Archives Missouri History FAQ - Origin of"Show-Me"Slogan | www.sos.mo.gov

Description: The most widely known legend attributes the phrase to Missouri's U.S. Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver,

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