Cape Girardeau County, Administrative division in southeastern Missouri, United States.
Cape Girardeau County is an administrative division in southeastern Missouri along the Mississippi River. The area includes river bottomlands in eastern sections, while western portions feature forested terrain.
The county was established in 1812 and takes its name from a French officer who established a trading post in the region. These origins continue to shape the area's historical character today.
The region carries the name of a French trader who operated here in the 18th century. Visitors can still see traces of this early settlement in historic buildings and local stories today.
Jackson, the county seat, houses public offices handling property management, elections, and public records. The Mississippi River shapes the landscape and provides starting points for outdoor activities throughout the area.
The original 1818 courthouse was destroyed by fire in 1870, after which a new building was constructed in 1908. This current courthouse reflects how the community rebuilt after disaster.
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