1. On October 17, 1814, the Arkansas Territory was established by an act of Congress. It included all of present-day Arkansas and parts of Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado.
2. The Battle of Little Rock occurred on October 17, 1863, during the American Civil War. Confederate forces under General Sterling Price attacked Union forces under General Frederick Steele, but were ultimately repulsed and forced to retreat.
3. On October 17, 1926, the Arkansas State Capitol was dedicated in Little Rock. It is the only state capitol building in the United States built entirely out of limestone.
4. The first Auburn-Ole Miss football game took place on October 17, 1929, in Little Rock. Auburn won 19-0.
5. Arkansas native Johnny Cash was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame on October 17, 1980. He was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century and is remembered for hits like "I Walk the Line" and "Ring of Fire."
5 Fun Facts About October 17 In Arkansas History
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