may 18, 1863 - Siege of Vicksburg
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Taking place from May 18 to July 4, 1863, the Siege of Vicksburg was a turning point. Union forces, led by General Ulysses S. Grant, surrounded Vicksburg, Mississippi, ultimately forcing its surrender. This victory gave the Union control of the Mississippi River, dividing the Confederacy and significantly weakening its ability to continue the war. The Siege of Vicksburg played a vital role in the Union's success during the Civil War.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 18, 1863
Now
~ 163 years ago