Naval Combat at West Point / Combat on the Little Red River

Historical marker location:

West Point, Arkansas

( Marker is at the intersection of Arkansas Route 36 and Front Street, on the right when traveling south on State Route 36.)

Marker installed: 2012

In the early 20th century, Arkansas became a major producer of rice, thanks to the development of new varieties of rice that could thrive in the state's humid climate. Today, Arkansas is one of the largest producers of rice in the U.S.