history of Kansas

Kansas’s history includes its role as a battleground over slavery, known as "Bleeding Kansas," where pro- and anti-slavery settlers clashed in the mid-1800s. It became a state in 1861, just before the Civil War, contributing to the Union’s efforts. The state’s economy historically relied on agriculture, especially wheat, and later diversified into industries like aviation and telecommunications. Kansas also has a rich Native American heritage and played a key part in westward expansion. Today, it balances its agricultural traditions with modern growth, maintaining its significant cultural and historical identity.