Wall Art: Trans-Mississippi: The Battle of Carthage

The Battle of Carthage was the earliest full-scale battle of the Civil War, preceding Bull Run by 11 days. Battle of Carthage State Historic Site contains a spring that made the area an encampment for both the Union and Confederate troops during the battle. The original 9 x 20 mural is located at the Battle of Carthage Museum in Carthage, Missouri.