Second Battle of Independence
The Second Battle of Independence was fought on October 22, 1864, near Independence, Missouri, as part of Price's Raid during the American Civil War. In late 1864, Major General Sterling Price of the Confederate States Army led a cavalry force into the state of Missouri, hoping to create a popular uprising against Union control, draw Union Army troops from more important areas, and influence the 1864 United States presidential election.
A 2010 view of the Temple Lot
Fagan's battle line, on grounds of the modern Independence Temple
Independence is the 5th most populous city in Missouri and the county seat of Jackson County. Independence is a satellite city of Kansas City, Missouri, and is the largest suburb on the Missouri side of the Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2020, it had a total population of 123,011.
Jackson County Courthouse in Independence
Engraving of the Courthouse in Independence, 1855
Harry S. Truman's Independence home, now part of the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site.
Van Horn High School after the 2011 renovation.