Modern era · 1862
Battle of Pea Ridge
The Battle of Pea Ridge (March 7–8, 1862), also known as the Battle of Elkhorn Tavern, took place during the American Civil War near Leetown, northeast of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Federal forces, led by Brigadier General Samuel R. Curtis, moved south from central Missouri, driving Confederate forces into northwestern Arkansas.
- When
- 7 Mar 1862 – 8 Mar 1862
- Where
- Benton County
- Era
- Modern
Topics
Before and after
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