Join Jenn as she explores Vicksburg National Military Park, the site of the crucial 40-day siege in 1863 that marked a turning point in the Civil War. Learn about the siege lines, the 1,800-acre battlefield, and over 1,300 markers and monuments. Discover the historical significance of the USS Cairo, the story of young Medal of Honor recipient Orion Howe, and the implications of Vicksburg’s surrender on the Confederacy. Visit surviving Civil War structures like the Shirley House and see monuments dedicated to the states that fought in the campaign. This episode provides a comprehensive tour of Vicksburg, Mississippi, highlighting why it was considered the key to the South.
Intro: 0:00
Vicksburg National Military Park: 0:35
47 day siege at Vicksburg: 1:08
Earthworks: 1:46
Battery De Golyer: 2:20
Shirley House: 3:05
State monuments: 4:16
Youngest Medal of Honor recipient: 5:30
Northern edge of battlefield: 6:25
USS Cairo: 7:21
Brother vs Brother: 9:12
Jefferson Davis on Vicksburg: 10:41
Join this channel to get access to perks
