Why are there two cities called Kansas City?

References & Edit History Related Topics

Images

Historic map of Kansas City and its vicinity around 1900, showing city streets, neighborhoods, railroads, rivers, and surrounding counties such as Wyandotte, Johnson, Clay, and Jackson. The Missouri and Kansas rivers are depicted, with urban areas shaded and transportation routes highlighted.

Why are there two cities called Kansas City?: Media

Images

Historic map of Kansas City and its vicinity around 1900, showing city streets, neighborhoods, railroads, rivers, and surrounding counties such as Wyandotte, Johnson, Clay, and Jackson. The Missouri and Kansas rivers are depicted, with urban areas shaded and transportation routes highlighted.

map of Kansas City, Missouri, c. 1900

Map of Kansas City, Missouri, c. 1900, from the 10th edition of the Encyclopædia...

Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.