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Before Arkansas Post

First settled by American Indians over a thousand years ago, this landscape has borne witness to centuries of human history. Arkansas Post National Memorial commemorates a bygone era defined by the stories of those that struggled to keep their land and way of life.

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Francis Keefer 23rd Wisc.
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January 10-11, 1863

Units and Vessels at the Battle of Arkansas Post

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It was nothing like the recruiter promised. Military life at Arkansas Post was monotonous and tedious, punctuated by brief periods of action.
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Did You Know?
During the 18th century, Bear's Oil was a valuable trade commodity at Arkansas Post. A French trader claimed that "one sometimes draws more than 240 litres of oil from one bear".

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Last Updated: May 30, 2008 at 02:07 EST