Major Battles in AR
Which battle helped secure Union control of Northern Arkansas?
The Battle of Pea Ridge helped the Union keep control of Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Which river was crucial for transportation and battles in Arkansas?
The Mississippi River
Who was David O. Dodd and why is he remembered?
A Confederate spy executed by the Union, considered a martyr by the South
Who was the President of the United States of America?
Abraham Lincoln
What is secession?
When a state leaves a country, like Arkansas leaving the Union.
Where was the largest battle in Arkansas fought?
The Battle of Pea Ridge
Which city became the new capital of Arkansas during the war?
Washington, Arkansas
What impact did Abraham Lincoln have on Arkansas during the Civil War?
He led the Union, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and helped end slavery.
What was the purpose of the Secessionist Convention in Arkansas?
To decide if Arkansas should leave the Union.
What does 'Antebellum' mean in the context of U.S. history?
The time before the Civil War.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Arkansas Post?
The Union won, capturing 5,000 Confederate soldiers and gaining control of the Arkansas River.
Which mountain range in Arkansas influenced settlement and battle strategies?
The Ozark Mountains
Who was the governor of Arkansas when it seceded from the Union?
Henry Rector
What was the Little Rock Arsenal Incident?
A standoff where Arkansas took control of a federal arsenal before seceding.
Who were yeoman farmers, and what role did they play in the South?
Small farmers who owned land but not slaves, many fought in the war.
What was the goal of the Red River Campaign, and why did it fail?
The Union wanted to invade Texas, but poor planning and Confederate resistance stopped them.
Why was the Arkansas River important to both sides?
It was a key supply route for both the Union and the Confederacy.
Who was Isaac Murphy and what was his role during the war?
He was the only delegate to vote against secession and later became governor under Union control.
Why did many people from northern and western Arkansas refuse to fight for the Confederacy?
They didn’t support slavery and wanted to stay with the Union.
What is an arsenal, and why was it important during the Civil War?
A place where weapons are stored, like the Little Rock Arsenal.
Why was the Battle of Helena important?
It ensured Union control of eastern Arkansas and helped lead to the fall of Vicksburg.
How did geography impact battles in Arkansas?
Rivers, mountains, and thick forests slowed down armies.
Which Union general led the capture of Arkansas Post?
John A. McClernand
What happened during the Sultana Disaster?
The Sultana exploded on the Mississippi River, killing Union prisoners of war returning home.
What is guerrilla warfare and how was it used in Arkansas?
Small, quick, non-traditional, unlawful attacks by fighters, often used by Confederate and Unionist groups.