jul 4, 1863 - Vicksburg surrenders (July 1863)
Description:
Gen Grant given command of the Union forces attacking Vicksburg ; Fortress of Vicksburg was on hairpin turn of Miss, was S’s sentinel protecting lifeline to W supply; Siege of Vicksburg = his best-fought campaign; City surrendered on July 4 1863 w/ garrison reduced to eating mules and rats;Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 4, 1863
Now
~ 161 years ago
