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This exhibit provides insight into how reconnaissance, spying, screening, and scouting were used prior to the Battle of Prairie Grove, during, and also after. 

Reconnaissance, scouting, screening, and spying played an integral role in the Battle of Prairie Grove in terms of understanding how many men both sides, the activities/movements they were making, and the resources they had. However, details such as who, when, and where can at times become murky especially in regard to espionage tactics. There is also evidence that such tactics were also used in battles prior to the Battle of Prairie Grove, such as Cane Hill, where a battle between the Union and Confederate soldiers took place. Through various after action reports and supplemental reports an important glimpse is given on the incredible use of espionage and intelligence gathering.

Introduction By: Kristen Gilchrist