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Trans-Mississippi was a common name of the geographic area west of the Mississippi River during the 19th century. The area included Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Texas, Indian Territory (now Oklahoma), and many other territories.

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The geographical term is generally used today only in matters relating to the study of the American Civil War. The term, "Trans-Mississippi," however, was historically used to refer to any land 'across the Mississippi' (or the entire western two-thirds of the United States). In 1898, a Trans-Mississippi Exposition was held at Kountze Park in Omaha, Nebraska.

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Legacy

The postage stamps of the Trans-Mississippi Exposition Issue are considered some of the most beautiful stamps ever issued by the United States, and a complete set of the "Trans-Miss" is highly prized. In 1998, a set of stamps using designs derived from the original issue was issued to commemorate its 100th anniversary.

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Trans-Mississippi Wikipedia