FTP, identify this March 6-8, 1862 battle, the most important battle in Arkansas.
The deaths of Generals McCulloch and McIntosh, and the capture of their colonel slowed the Confederates considerably at this battle. Two columns marched upon this site, but were met by the forces of General Samuel Curtis near Tanyard and Elkhorn Tavern. After briefly controlling Telegraph Road, the Confederates ran out of ammunition and retreated under General Van Dorn. As a result, the Union controlled Missouri for the next two years. FTP, identify this March 6-8, 1862 battle, the most important battle in Arkansas.
The deaths of Generals McCulloch and McIntosh, and the capture of their colonel slowed the Confederates considerably at this battle.
Battle of {Pea Ridge}