Battle of Pilot Knob - Ironton Gap - Ironton, Missouri
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N 37° 36.596 W 090° 37.776
15S E 709227 N 4165179
The Battle of Pilot Knob ran from just east of Arcadia, through Ironton, and up into Pilot Knob and Fort Davidson. There are 16 markers, and if taken in order will give the viewer an appreciation for the rolling battle through the Arcadia Valley.
Waymark Code: WM7D8B
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 10/08/2009
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Ironton Gap
Ironton Gap, about one quarter mile wide, separates Shepherd and Pilot Knob Mountains and divides Arcadia Valley into northern and southern halves. Through the gap passed the road which connected the villages of Pilot Knob and Ironton. Cabell’s Brigade, positioned in the center of the rebel line, launched three charges on Fort Davidson from Knob Creek which flows through the gap.
This marker is number 7 of 16 located within the 6 mile stretch of the battlefield. The marker is located on the east side of Highway 21, but can be best accessed from Main Street.
Below you can directly go to each of the waymarks consisting of the tour.
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