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Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
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Designation Date: 04/22/1960
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focused national attention on the war in Missouri. Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield commemorates and interprets the battle within the context of the war in the Trans-Mississippi West.
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Caravan Tour
Caravan Tour Park Event · Wilson's Creek National Battlefield · Sep 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM–11:30 AM Experience the history of the battlefield at multiple stops alon…
Beyond the Musket: Common Soldiers at the Battle of Wilson's Creek
Beyond the Musket: Common Soldiers at the Battle of Wilson's Creek Park Event · Wilson's Creek National Battlefield · Aug 22, 2026 – Sep 5, 2026 · 11:00 AM–1:30…