Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for January 18, with notable births and deaths of people with Arkansas connections for this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Much of this information comes from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas, an online publication. ChatGPH has collected this data.
1839 — Cherokee “Trail of Tears” passes through Fayetteville (Washington County)
A detachment of about 1,100 Cherokees led by John Benge passed through/encamped near the frontier village of Fayetteville on January 18, 1839…