Two statements, two Presidents, both aware of the importance of the city on the Mississippi River. President Davis knew it was vital to hold the city for the Confederacy to survive. President Lincoln wanted the key to gain control of the river and divide the South. Vicksburg National Military Park commemorates this campaign and its significance as a critical turning point of the Civil War.
Vicksburg National Military Park is not affiliated with AmericanTowns Media
Nothing compares to the experience of eating in a family-owned restaurant. Family restaurants have a unique atmosphere, a kind of down-home comfort that a chain just can't replicate. Here are our 6… Read More
If your favorite part of eating out is perusing the dessert menu, we’ve got just the thing for you. Decadent desserts are a Southern tradition, and there are so many great options around the… Read More
At the great shopping outlets and malls of Mississippi, you can scoop up brand-name clothes, furniture, jewelry, and much more. Every store is like a treasure hunt—you never know what… Read More
Apple pie is one of America’s most iconic desserts, and Mississippians know how to do it right. This classic goes great with just about any meal, especially if you’ve got a heaping scoop… Read More
Vinyl is experiencing somewhat of a resurgence in Mississippi, and music fans know where to find the best deals on the best records. Even in the era of digital shopping and downloadable tunes,… Read More