9th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Reflecting the mood at Vicksburg National Military Park. The park commemorates the campaign, siege, and defense of Vicksburg. The city's surrender on July 4, 1863 gave control of the Mississippi River

Reflecting the mood at Vicksburg National Military Park. The park commemorates the campaign, siege, and defense of Vicksburg. The city's surrender on July 4, 1863 gave control of the Mississippi River to the Union.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2010
Date Uploaded: 11.2011
Photo Location: Vicksburg, Michigan, United States of America
Camera: DMC-TZ4
Copyright: © SHEILA STROSS