The founding of a city, Vicksburg Riverfront Murals. Vicksburg, Mississippi.
The city of Vicksburg was founded in 1819 by Methodist Minister Newit Vick. Founded along the Mississippi River Vicksburg soon became a major trading center. During the Civil War the city suffered during a 47 day siege by the Union Army, with the surrender on July 4th, 1863.
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