Gangs of bushwhackers and marauders began terrorizing the county, and a small force under Major Featherston and Capt. Isaac Bagwell was stationed at Waldron to maintain order. The Federal forces, consisting of the 14th Kansas Cavalry, captured Waldron on September 11, 1863. Major Featherston was wounded seriously during the encounter. Other skirmishes took place at Waldron on February 1 and December 29, 1864. After the capture of Waldron many Scott County residents joined the Federal forces. When the Federals evacuated Waldron they set fire to every home except those of William G. Featherston and Elijah Leming.http://www.topix.com/forum/city/waldron-ar/TU35G8NBKVL5H14PE