Battle of Prairie Grove

The Battle of Prairie Grove was a battle of the American Civil War fought on 7 December 1862, that resulted in a tactical stalemate but essentially secured northwest Arkansas for the Union.

Read more about Battle Of Prairie Grove:  Strategic Situation: Union, Strategic Situation: Confederates, Maneuvering To Battle, The Battle, The Aftermath

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