Why Missouri Has America s Most Violent and Weird Geography

Missouri looks like a quiet Midwestern state, but beneath the surface is a world of earthquakes, ancient mountains, massive caves, hidden rivers, extreme weather, and unbelievable history. From the 1811 New Madrid earthquake that made the Mississippi River flow backward to underground cities, ancient rocks, and the Missouri roots that helped save French wine, this state is far stranger than most people realize. Discover 50 incredible geography facts that reveal why Missouri is one of America’s most fascinating and overlooked states.