may 18, 1863 - Battle of Vicksburg
Description:
Grant's army surrounded Confederate General John Pemberton's army in the city of VIcksburg. The Union gained control of the Mississippi river and the Confederacy was split in half. Grant's victory led to him being appointed General-in-Chief. the total amount of casualties was 37,273.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 18, 1863
Now
~ 162 years ago