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The Confederate fortress at Vicksburg by the Mississippi river was considered to be one of the most important defensive positions positions in the Confederacy.

Jan 11, 2009 - Barry Vale

Vicksburg and Gettysburg Article

During the first half of the Civil War, things went badly for the Union Army. In July, 1863, however, two important battles would turn the tide in the North's favor.

Jul 5, 2009 - Ashley Waggoner

Siege of Vicksburg Article

General Ulysses S. Grant 's hopes to capture the Confederate fortress of Vicksburg by direct assault were dashed by surprisingly determined Confederate defenders.

Mar 31, 2009 - Wade Ankesheiln

The USS Cairo at Vicksburg Article

The Ironclad Cairo was sunk during the US Civil War by two Confederate sailors and their homemade naval mines, ushering in a new era in naval warfare

Jul 26, 2006 - Christopher Eger

Mississippi Outlet Malls Article

From northern Mississippi to the Gulf, the "Magnolia State" offers a wealth of outlet shopping opportunities.

Apr 14, 2007 - Sandy Mitchell

Mighty Mississippi – From Source to the Gulf of Mexico Article

Exploration, settlements, development, and plantations have all been influenced by the "Father of Waters" and made a contribution to its impact.

Apr 25, 2010 - Ethel Brodie

Freedom Riders Returning to Mississippi for 50th Anniversary Article

This year's reunion in Jackson is expected to dramatize changes in the South since the Freedom Rides of the 1950s. Here are the program highlights.

Mar 29, 2011 - Carroll Trosclair

Memphis & New Orleans Tourist Spots Spared by River Flooding Article

Mississippi casinos begin reopening after overflowing river forces them close for days. Vicksburg & Natchez promote great views of river from high bluffs.

May 18, 2011 - Carroll Trosclair

Port Hudson Site of Longest Siege Article

Recognizing the need to protect the Mississippi River, Confederate forces chose Port Hudson, La., as their southernmost defense of the waterwway. It wasn't enough.

Dec 29, 2007 - David Moormann

The US Civil War in April 1863 Article

This month, Southerners began voicing dissatisfaction with the war. Grant continued closing in on Vicksburg and Washington cracked down on protesters.

Dec 22, 2010 - Walter Coffey

The US Civil War in March 1863 Article

This month, the North enacted its first real military draft law. Grant continued his relentless push on Vicksburg, and the Federals threatened Port Hudson.

Dec 17, 2010 - Walter Coffey

The US Civil War in February 1863 Article

This month, the Federals increased efforts to capture the Confederate fortress at Vicksburg. Meanwhile both sides dealt with different foreign issues.

Dec 10, 2010 - Walter Coffey

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The US Civil War in July 1863 Article

This month marked spectacular Federal victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg. Despite these victories, northern discontent increased.

Jan 14, 2011 - Walter Coffey

These Two Civil War Books Are Fresh, Emotional Article

These two books, one by a Harvard president and one by a famous novelist, give readers unflinching, personal and revealing looks at the country's defining conflict

Jan 20, 2010 - Vince Lovato

The US Civil War in May 1863 Article

This month, Robert E. Lee scored his greatest military victory, Ulysses S. Grant besieged Vicksburg, and a prominent northern politician was arrested.

Dec 31, 2010 - Walter Coffey

Famous Minie Ball Pregnancy Article

Woman impregnated when hit by bullet that shot Civil War soldier's testicles.

Feb 27, 2007 - Christopher Eger

Sinking of Steamboat Sultana Article

The disaster on the Mississippi River led to the worst loss of life in United States maritime history. Even so, the tragedy largely has been overshadowed by other events

Jan 16, 2008 - David Moormann

Hiram Revels, The First Black U.S. Senator Article

In 1870, Mississippi elected Hiram Rhodes Revels as the first African-American to serve as a United States Senator.

Jan 16, 2011 - Pixie Alexander

The US Civil War in June 1863 Article

This month, the Federals tightened their grip both on Confederate armies and the northern press. Meanwhile Robert E. Lee embarked on a bold new campaign.

Jan 7, 2011 - Walter Coffey