Cockrell, Missouri facts for kids

Cockrell is a small, unincorporated community located in Jackson County, Missouri, in the U.S. state of Missouri. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's usually governed by the county.

History of Cockrell

The community of Cockrell got its start a long time ago. A special building called a post office was opened there in 1886. This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It stayed open for many years, until 1902.

The community was named after an important person named Francis Cockrell. He was a well-known figure in Missouri's history.

Who Was Francis Cockrell?

Francis Cockrell was a very important state legislator. This means he was a person who helped make laws for the state of Missouri. He was also a United States Senator, which means he helped make laws for the entire country.

Cockrell was born in Missouri and spent much of his life serving the public. He was known for his dedication to his home state. Naming the community after him was a way to honor his contributions.