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Pea Ridge National Military ParkUnion gunners fire at nearby Missouri State Guard troops at the begining of the first day of battle
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Pea Ridge National Military Park
History & Culture
 

The story of Battle of Pea Ridge is not just about Generals, Leaders and Tactics, it is also about the soldiers who fought here, from both sides. It is about the civilians who lived here and had a battle in the fields. Learn more about the other aspects of war here. 

Porcupine in tree  

Did You Know?
Porcupine babies are called porcupettes. When they are born they have 15,000 quills. Porcupettes are born in the spring and, lucky for mom, the quills are soft. They can climb trees within an hour of birth.
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Last Updated: February 13, 2007 at 16:31 EST