18 mai 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.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
18 mai 1863
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 162 ans