Vicksburg

Built around a strategic bluff above the Mississippi River, Vicksburg grew into an important river port and today serves as a focal point for the history of the American Civil War. Its commanding position made it a Confederate stronghold until the Siege of Vicksburg ended with surrender on 4 July 1863, giving Union forces control of the river. Vicksburg National Military Park preserves part of the battlefield, monuments and the restored ironclad USS Cairo, sunk in 1862 and later recovered from the Yazoo River. Downtown’s brick commercial streets, museums and riverfront murals keep the connection between commerce, conflict and the waterway visible. Browse additional webcams from the Mississippi River region to extend your view of western Mississippi.

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