Eureka Springs Civil War Marker

Marker commemorating Dr. Alvah Jackson for treating soldiers during the Civil War in Eureka Springs (Carroll County).

Iron sign on metal post in front of brick building headline "Civil War Healing" first lines of text "The Eureka Springs area's reputation as a health resort has its origins in the Civil War. Late 19th century accounts claim Dr. Alvah Jackson treated sick and wounded soldiers during the war."

Courtesy of the Museum of American History, Cabot Public Schools

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