1. Missouri became a state on February 28, 1821. After being a part of the Louisiana Purchase and then the Missouri Territory, Missouri became the 24th state in the union.

2. On February 28, 1863, Missouri Governor Hamilton R. Gamble issued the Emancipation Proclamation for the state of Missouri. This proclamation freed all enslaved people in Missouri who were still held in bondage despite President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.

3. In 1953, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was established on February 28th. This law enforcement agency is responsible for patrolling Missouri’s highways, enforcing traffic laws, and investigating crimes.

4. On February 28, 1967, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis was completed. The arch is the tallest man-made monument in the United States and serves as a symbol of the westward expansion of the country.

5. In 2012, the deadly tornado outbreak that occurred on February 28th devastated parts of Missouri. The tornadoes caused widespread damage and resulted in the loss of several lives. The storm system affected multiple states, and Missouri declared a state of emergency as a result of the destruction.

Overall, February 28th has been a significant day in Missouri history, with events ranging from the state’s establishment to devastating natural disasters.