Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for June 17, with notable births and deaths of people with Arkansas connections for this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Much of this information comes from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas, an online publication. ChatGPH has collected this data.
1862 — Battle/Engagement at St. Charles. A Union White River flotilla fought Confederate batteries at St. Charles; a shell hit the steam drum of the USS Mound City, killing 105 of the 175 Union sailors aboard – it may have been the single deadliest shot of the Civil War. With the river blocked, Union soldiers disembarked and gained possession of St. Charles as Confederates retreated.
1864 — Skirmish at Pine Bluff/Monticello Road. Opposing patrols clashed near Pine Bluff during intelligence-gathering operations…