Liberty, MO
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About Liberty
- • Brad Pitt attended the University of Missouri-Columbia near Liberty.
- • William Jewell College, located in Liberty, was founded in 1849.
- • It was a key supply point for westward expansion along the Santa Fe, Oregon, and California Trails.
- • Jesse James's first bank robbery occurred in Liberty at the Clay County Savings Association.
- • A major fire in 1855 destroyed a large portion of the downtown area.
- • Named for the concept of freedom, it was established in 1822.
- • It has over 30,000 residents, making it a sizable Kansas City suburb.
- • The city sits 869 feet above sea level, offering slightly higher ground than its neighbors.
- • Healthcare and social assistance provide many jobs for Liberty residents.
- • A strong sense of community and historical pride permeates the atmosphere.
- • The Kansas City Chiefs, a short drive away, won Super Bowl LVII in 2023.
- • William Jewell College's athletic teams have won numerous NAIA championships.