Vicksburg Animated Map

May 18 - July 4, 1863

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Learn about the 48 day siege during the summer of 1863 that gave the Union Army, commanded by Ulysses S. Grant, control of the Mississippi River - thus cutting the Confederate supply line to the South.

Our collection of animated maps bring battles of the American Civil War to life, complete with troop movement animations, narratives, reenactment footage and more.

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Warren County, MS | May 18, 1863
Result: Union Victory
Estimated Casualties
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Union
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Confed.
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Hinds County, MS | May 16, 1863
Result: Union Victory
Estimated Casualties
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Union
2,457
Confed.
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