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Pea Ridge National Military ParkGeneral Samuel Curtis – Commanding General of the Union Army of the Southwest confers with other officers
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Pea Ridge National Military Park
History & Culture
Confederate Sunset - a painting of the Battle of Pea Ridge by Andy Thomas
Art - Andy Thomas
 

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. View biographies of the battle's leaders, or read excerpts from letters and diaries of soldiers.  

A painting by H. Wilson indicates the store was on the east side of Wire Rd., but until recently a stone foundation stood on the west side.  

Did You Know?
Pratt’s Store was Curtis’ headquarters, a strategic spot at the junction of Wire Road and the Leetown battlefield. It is uncertain as to whether the original store was on the east or west side of the road.

Last Updated: November 24, 2008 at 17:17 EST