“in memory of Union troops' success”
In July, 1864, Union forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the federal troops. Neither side could claim a clear victory, but Union troops had succeeded in their main goal: keeping the Confederates away from Union railroads in Tennessee.
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Tupelo National Battlefield
2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo,
Mississippi
38804
USA
Hours
Open now until 5:00 pm
- Sun - Sat: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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