Siege Of Vicksburg Collection

Grant from West Point to Appomattox, 1864
1575222 Grant from West Point to Appomattox, 1864; (add.info.: Grant from West Point to Appomattox, 1885. Ulysses Grant, half-length portrait, facing left)

The Devil's backbone, Vicksburg, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Devil's backbone, Vicksburg, c1900

The Surrender Monument, Vicksburg, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Surrender Monument, Vicksburg, c1900

The Siege of Vicksburg, Battery Hickenlooper, June 1863 (engraving)
959295 The Siege of Vicksburg, Battery Hickenlooper, June 1863 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Vicksburg, Battery Hickenlooper)

Siege of Vicksburg, 1863 (engraving)
981673 Siege of Vicksburg, 1863 (engraving) by Chappel, Alonzo (1828-87) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, American Civil War, 1863)

Siege of Vicksburg, (1878). Creator: Unknown
Siege of Vicksburg, (1878). After a siege lasting almost two months, the fortress of Vicksburg, Mississippi, fell to the Union on 4 July 1863

Planting the Union flag on a bastion, Siege of Vicksburg, 1863. Scene from the American Civi War. Hand-coloured later

Vicksburg, Mississippi, and its defences, 1862-1867. Artist: W Kemble
Vicksburg, Mississippi, and its defences, 1862-1867. The Union capture of the fortress of Vicksburg in July 1863 gave them control of the Mississippi River and split the Confederacy in two

Ulyssess Grant, American soldier, 1863. Illustration issued after his victory at Vicksburg. Ulysses Simpson Grant (1822-1885) commanded the Union (northern)

Generals Grant and Pemberton negotiating the surrender of Vicksburg, American Civil War, 1863. General Ulyssess Grant (left) (1822-1885)

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. First at Vicksburg. The 1st Battalion of the U. S
CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. First at Vicksburg. The 1st Battalion of the U.S. Infantry fighting its way up the steep slope to the top of the Confederate lines at Vicksburg, Mississippi, 19 May 1863

Siege Of Vicksburg Mississippi 1863. Fight In Crater Made By Mine Explosion Under Confederate Works

Incident at the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

Plan of the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, US
Plan of the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. Confederate troops attack a Union Army steamboat exploring a swamp near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Wood engraving, American, 1865

CIVIL WAR: SWAMP, 1863. Union Army troops exploring a swamp near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Wood engraving, American, 1865

CIVIL WAR: BAYOU, 1863. Union Army troops exploring a bayou near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Wood engraving, American, 1865

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. Admiral David Porters plan to gain a position at Haines Bluff, behind the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi, by connecting a series of creeks and bayous

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. General Ulysses S. Grants plan to gain a position at Haines Bluff, behind the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. Charge of Union troops led by General Marcellus Crocker, at Vicksburg, Mississippi, 1863. Wood engraving, American, 1865

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. The surrender of Confederate Lieutenant General John Clifford Pemberton to Major Genearl Ulysses S. Grant at Vicksburg, Mississippi, 4 July 1863

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. Union Army troops marching through unknown forest in Mississippi, en route to the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, 1863. Wood engraving, American, 1865

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. Attempted bombardment by Union Army gunboats of the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi, 1863. Wood engraving, American, 1865

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. A Union Army gunboat in a bayou near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Wood engraving, American, 1865

Incident at the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

Plan of the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, US
Plan of the Siege of Vicksburg, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

CAPTURE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. The capture of Vicksburg, Mississippi, by Union forces during the Civil War. Admiral David Dixon Porters fleet arrives at the levee on 4 July 1863

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. The Siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, 18 May to 4 July 1863: steel engraving, 1867

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. Ulyssess S. Grant at the Siege of Vicksburg, 18 May to 4 July 1863. Lithograph, 1888, by Kurz & Allison

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. A Southern woman prays in her makeshift cave home, where she has taken shelter during the Union Armys siege of Vicksburg. Etching, 1863

SIEGE OF VICKSBURG, 1863. Behind Confederate lines at the Siege of Vicksburg, December 1862 to July 1863: illustration by Howard Pyle

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. The Siege of Vicksburg, 1863. Lithograph, 1863

ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. Major General Grant studying a map of the Mississippi River and Vicksburg prior to his victory there in July 1863: steel engraving

CIVIL WAR: VICKSBURG, 1863. Union infantrymen in a trench during the siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, May to July 1863. Wood engraving from a contemporary German edition of an American newspaper

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"The Siege of Vicksburg: A Historic Battle for Freedom" In the midst of the American Civil War, a pivotal moment in history unfolded as Union forces laid siege to the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi. The year was 1863, and this engraving captures the intensity and significance of that fateful event. Battery Hickenlooper stands tall, a symbol of Union determination and firepower. Its cannons unleashed relentless barrages upon the city's defenses, leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory. This image serves as a reminder of the sheer force brought forth by both sides during this grueling campaign. Planting the Union flag on a bastion became an iconic scene during this battle. It represented not only military triumph but also hope for those fighting against oppression. The bravery and sacrifice displayed by soldiers on both sides were etched into history forever. Generals Grant and Pemberton negotiating surrender showcased the culmination of weeks-long struggles within these war-torn streets. Their meeting marked a turning point that would ultimately lead to Confederate capitulation—a significant blow dealt to their cause. The Vicksburg battlefield monument erected years later serves as a solemn tribute to all who fought valiantly during this conflict. Walker Evans' photograph captured its essence perfectly—standing tall amidst lush greenery while silently honoring those who gave their lives. One cannot forget about Ulysses S. Grant, whose leadership played an instrumental role in securing victory at Vicksburg. His strategic brilliance guided his troops through treacherous terrain and fierce opposition, solidifying his place among America's great military minds. As we delve deeper into historical accounts such as "Fight In Crater Made By Mine Explosion Under Confederate Works, " we are reminded that warfare is not without its horrors—the toll it takes on human lives immeasurable yet necessary for progress towards freedom. The plan meticulously crafted for the Siege of Vicksburg reveals intricate details outlining the Union's strategy.