Vicksburg, MS, is perhaps best known for its Civil War significance, but the modern visiting experience is far more layered.

The Vicksburg National Military Park will host a program and driving tour Dec. 28-29 to highlight a lesser-known Civil War battle fought months before the Siege of Vicksburg.The 150th anniversary of ...

Vicksburg, Mississippi, is a historic riverfront city known for its pivotal role in the Civil War, charming downtown, and Southern hospitality. Located just 45 minutes west of Jackson, Vicksburg ...

A World War II ship is docked at Vicksburg and visitors can take tours of the landing ship tank. The USS LST 325 has been in operation since 1943. According to the website the ship served during the ...

area has more hues than usual, but it’s not only the slowly changing trees capturing attention. The Vicksburg Quilt Trail is now up to 23 barn quilts, and as the trees begin to glow the number of ...

VICKSBURG, Miss. — War is never easy, but residents of this busy river town perched on the bluffs of the Mississippi River were especially miserable when, on July 4, 1863, the 47-day siege ordered by ...

USS VICKSBURG, At Sea -- Guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) hosted a group of nationally-renowned cartoonists during a USO-sponsored visit to the cruiser, Aug. 30. The cartoonists included ...