Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for August 16, 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 16. ChatGPH has collected this data.
Skirmish at Richland Creek: A running battle in northwestern Arkansas — Washington County — occurred on August 16, 1864. Union forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel Albert Bishop, clashed with Confederate guerrillas. The skirmish ended in a Union victory, with an estimated 2 Union wounded and at least 3 Confederate killed.
Minor Skirmish during the Little Rock Campaign (August 16, 1863): During the Union advance on Little Rock, Major General Frederick Steele’s cavalry under Brigadier General John W. Davidson engaged Confederate cavalry in a minor skirmish on August 16, 1863. The 13th Illinois Cavalry routed Confederate forces approximately eight miles from Clarendon…