Carthage in Jasper County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Battle of Carthage
July 5, 1861
Photographed By Michael E Sanchez, Jr., June 5, 2010
1. The Battle of Carthage Marker
In early July, 1861 units of the Missouri State Guard under the command of Governor Claiborne Fox Jackson were en route to extreme southwest Missouri to there organize and train to resist Federal dominance of the state. On July 5 the Guard found its way south blocked by a Federal force commanded by Colonel Franz Sigel. At about 9:00 A.M. the two armies came together north of Dry Fork Creek and thus began the first major land battle of the War between the States. In a series of running engagements extending over a period of twelve hours, the Guard steadily attacked and pushed Sigel's force toward and finally through Carthage, causing the Federals to retreat to Sarcoxie. The victory of the Missouri State Guard at Carthage not only cleared the way south, it also enhanced the Guard's morale and set the stage for still other battles in the fight for Missouri.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Events • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1861.
Location. 37° 10.605′ N, 94° 18.596′ W. Marker is in Carthage, Missouri, in Jasper County. Marker is
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Battle of Carthage (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles Pollard Wood (within shouting distance of this marker); Osage War (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); War Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Eliel Lanyon (E.L.) Dale (approx. ¼ mile away); Vietnam Memorial For Casualties From Missouri (approx. 0.3 miles away); Last Skirmish of the Battle of Carthage (approx. 0.6 miles away); Rendezous At Carthage (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Carthage.
Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 22, 2003
2. Jasper County Courthouse
Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 22, 2003
3. Jasper County Courthouse
Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 22, 2003
4. Jasper County Courthouse
Credits. This page was last revised on January 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 30, 2012, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. This page has been viewed 723 times since then and 65 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 14, 2020, by Michael E Sanchez, Jr. of Kansas City, Missouri. 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 30, 2012, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
