Historic Markers - Vicksburg MS-594

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Vicksburg MS-594

Picture Courtesy of Garry Thompson

Founded in 1820 and named for the Rev. Newitt Vick. Was originally site of Spanish Ft. Nogales. Later was U. S. Ft. McHenry. On July 4, 1863, the city surrendered to General Grant.

Mississippi Historical Commission - 1949

1008 Cherry Street, Vicksburg, Warren County Mississippi


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