Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for September 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 September 10. ChatGPH has collected this data.
Little Rock Captured (Civil War): Union forces defeated Confederates at the Engagement at Bayou Fourche and captured the state capital on September 10, 1863—often called the Battle of Little Rock. The fall of the city triggered a broader Confederate withdrawal into southwest Arkansas.
Little Rock Crisis (Civil Rights): During the 1957 Central High desegregation crisis, Federal District Judge Ronald N. Davies began injunction proceedings against Gov. Orval Faubus on September 10, 1957, for using the Arkansas National Guard to block integration…