Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 10, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and birthdays occurring on August 10. ChatGPH has collected this data.
August 10, 1861 – During the Civil War, the 3rd Regiment of Arkansas State Troops participated in the Battle of Wilson’s Creek (Missouri), where they were engaged notably in a charge against Union lines on Oak Hill.
August 10, 1917 – A surviving edition of the Arkansas Staats Zeitung, a prominent German-language newspaper based in Arkansas, dates to this day. The paper featured editorials in German and English during World War I…