Built by a Community with Love

Historical marker location:

1400 W Dewitt Henry Dr, Beebe, Arkansas

( Memorial is at the intersection of North Pecan Street and West Devitt Henry Drive (State Highway 367), on the right when traveling north on North Pecan Street.)

The Battle of Helena, which took place in Helena, Arkansas, in July 1863, was one of the largest Civil War battles fought in the state. Union forces were able to repel a Confederate attack, which helped secure control of the Mississippi River for the Union.