Arkansas History for November 27: Smackover riot

Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for November 27, 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 November 27. ChatGPH has collected this data.

Civil War—Ringgold Gap (GA), Nov 27, 1863: Maj. Gen. Patrick Cleburne’s division (which included Arkansas regiments) held off Union forces to cover the Confederate retreat after Missionary Ridge. Arkansas figures and units are prominent in accounts of the action.

Plumerville conflict (Conway Co.). On Nov 27, 1888, a feud tied to post-election tensions saw Dr. C. A. McCoy kill John W. Cargile; the incident inflamed county-level politics and violence…

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