What was the purpose of the Battle of Pea Ridge?

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∙ 10y ago

Updated: 8/18/2019

The purpose of the battle of Pea Ridge was an attempt by the Confederate Army to recapture northern Arkansas and Missouri. The Union Army was able to hold off the attack and drive the Confederate forces away, thus giving the Union control of Missouri and northern Arkansas.

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When did Battle of Pea Ridge happen?

Battle of Pea Ridge happened in 1862.

How long did the battle of pea ridge last?

Answer: the battle of pea ridge lasted 3 days

Who were the commanders of the pea ridge battle?

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What battle of the civil war was fought in Arkansas?

battle of pea ridge

Who did not command troops at the Battle of Pea Ridge?

Fremont

The Confederates were led by in the Battle of Pea Ridge?

General Van Dorn

How long was the battle of Pea Ridge?

march 6-8 1862

How many died in the battle of pea ridge?

14,000 people died

Where did the battle pea ridge take place?

Benton County, Arkansas

How many union soldiers were in the battle of pea ridge?

around 10,500

What was the effect of pea ridge?

The Battle of Pea Ridge in the American Civil War was the last time Confederate troops posed a serious threat to Union control of Missouri.

Where is the Pea Ridge Community Library in Pea Ridge located?

The address of the Pea Ridge Community Library is: 161 East Pickens, Pea Ridge, 72751 M