Friday War Picture

The Battle of Vicksburg, by Kurz and Allison

4 July, 1863, the Siege of Vicksburg is completed with Federal victory.  The City of Vicksburg refuses to celebrate Independence Day until World War II because of the Confederate defeat.

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