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Facts about (Fort Davidson State Historic Site):
Overview of Fort Davidson State Historic Site - Facts, Trivia, and Historical Information :
Today the Arcadia Valley in Iron County is a peaceful setting in one of Missouris most scenic areas But in 1864 the valley was the scene of one of the largest and most hard-fought battles waged on the states soil - the Battle of Pilot KnobConfederate Maj Gen Sterling Price invaded Missouri from Arkansas leading an army of 12000 men On Sept 26-27 1864 while en route to the St Louis area Price attacked the weakly defended Union post of Fort Davidson at Pilot KnobThis proved to be a mistake Fort Da
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Fort Davidson State Historic Site):
picnicking, tours
Contact Information:
Address:Fort Davidson State Historic Site,.O. Box 509,Pilot Knob, MO 63663
Phone No:573-546-3454
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