Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for September 12, 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 12. ChatGPH has collected this data.
Little Rock Crisis “Lost Year” turning point (1958): In a special session, the U.S. Supreme Court ordered immediate integration of Little Rock Central High on September 12, 1958; that same day Governor Orval Faubus signed a raft of segregation bills passed by the General Assembly (the school-closing “Lost Year” began days later).
Skirmish at Dardanelle (Yell County, 1863): Union Col. William F. Cloud fought Confederate forces at Dardanelle on September 12, 1863; Union volunteers joined the fight, with 10–15 Confederates killed and 21 captured…