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This book is the history of the First Arkansas Union Cavalry from its formation in 1862 to its mustering out in 1865. It is the story of Arkansas men who favored the Union and fought for its preservation against the Confederate tide. They were stationed at their home ground of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and fought a rough war against Rebel guerrillas for two and a half years. The commander of the regiment throughout the War was Colonel Marcus LaRue Harrison. The chapters of the book are: (1) The Persistence of Arkansas Unionism; (2) Humiliation at the Battle of Prairie Grove; (3) A True Civil War Among Neighbors; (4) Vindication at the Battle of Fayetteville; (5) Life in the First Arkansas Union Cavalry; (6) Hard Duty in the Saddle; (7) The Post Colony System; and (8) Peace from the East.
| Author: Russell Mahan |
| Publisher: Historical Enterprises |
| Publication Date: Jan 24, 2019 |
| Number of Pages: 112 pages |
| Language: English |
| Binding: Paperback |
| ISBN-10: 0999396250 |
| ISBN-13: 9780999396254 |
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