Jasper County was formed in 1841. The city of Carthage and surrounding area saw significant and frequent action througout the Civil War. The Carthage residents became influential city, state, and regional leaders who propelled the growth of Jasper County. The new economic base in Jasper County generated a massive boom in Carthage. In the early 1900s Carthage was nationally known as the city with the most millionaires in the nation.
On beautiful sunny day we took a Carthage Historical driving tour. The small city was spectacular highlighting their years of history.
