St. Louis: A City of Firsts! Test Your STL Knowledge

The inventions and milestones that took place in the vibrant city of St. Louis!

You might know some of them, but most don't realize how many things came from STL...

Ice Cream Cone

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Toasted Ravioli

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First American Olympics

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Provel Cheese

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Gooey Butter Cake

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Monster Truck

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The Complete List of St. Louis' Firsts...

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