It’s common knowledge that Jefferson City is the capital of Missouri, but it may not be so common, especially to those outside of the state, to know that Jefferson City was not always the Capital. Even to those who live in the Show-Me state, it may come as a surprise that the Capital City almost was placed elsewhere, saw competiton from other cities who wished to lure the title away, and even had a competing capital city claiming to be the true government of the state. Jefferson City would continue to triumph over the challenges brought to the seat of government that were placed before it, no matter what manner that challenge would bring. It had some close calls, but would continue to hold its grasp as the center of the State’s political power. Join us in this episode as we examine building sites, fires, competition, warfare, and more, and how they became a part… of the Show-me.