Vicksburg Battlefield GPS Tour

Welcome to the Vicksburg Battlefield Tour

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Bring history to life with this self-guided Vicksburg Battlefield driving tour, where Union and Confederate forces clashed for control of the Mississippi River. Experience the battlefield and its powerful memorials as you hear about General Grant’s campaign, the Confederate resistance, and the bloody Siege of Vicksburg. Relive tales of bravery, strategy, and grit through dramatic, blow-by-blow accounts of the battle and its nation-changing aftermath.

About the Tour

Your journey begins near the Visitor Center at the northern entrance to Vicksburg National Military Park. As you explore, you’ll feel the weight of the American Civil War through:

▶ Memorial Arch: A grand entrance symbolizing the park’s historic significance.

▶ Minnesota Memorial & Iowa Monument: Honoring soldiers from these states and their contributions to the battle.

▶ Battles of Chickasaw Bayou & Arkansas Post: Uncover the key engagements that set the stage for Vicksburg.

▶ Shirley House: The only wartime structure remaining in the park.

▶ Battery DeGolyer & Logan’s Approach: Learn about the siege tactics and the fiery bombardment.

▶ Grant’s Big Dig: Discover General Grant’s daring engineering efforts.

▶ African American Monument: Reflect on the pivotal role of Black soldiers in shaping the war.

▶ Grant Memorial & Kentucky Monument: Powerful tributes to leadership and courage.

▶ Vicksburg National Cemetery: A solemn reminder of the conflict’s human cost, with thousands of Union soldiers laid to rest.

▶ Stockade Redan: Relive the daring assaults and defenses that defined the siege.

▶ Missouri State Memorial, Louisiana Memorial, and more: Each monument tells a unique story of the people and states involved in the struggle.

▶ Aftermath: Reflect on the battle’s conclusion, the surrender, and its lasting impact on the nation.

▶ Many More...

Your tour ends near the Visitor Center, completing a full-circle journey through one of the Civil War’s most pivotal conflicts.

APP FEATURES:

■ Automatic Audio Playback: The app uses your GPS location to play stories automatically, so you never miss a key point.

■ Fascinating Narration: Enjoy engaging stories professionally narrated by local experts, blending history and personal accounts.

■ Works Offline: No need for data or cell service while on tour. Download the tour over Wi-Fi and enjoy seamless offline use.

■ Full Flexibility: Explore at your own pace—skip, linger, or revisit stops as you like.

■Award-Winning Platform: This app is powered by the award-winning developers behind the famous Newport Mansions tours, which host over a million visitors each year.

Free Demo vs Full Access

Try the free demo to preview this immersive experience. Love what you hear? Upgrade to full access for the complete tour with all stops and stories.

QUICK TIPS:

Download the tour using Wi-Fi before heading out.

Charge your phone fully or carry an external battery, as GPS can drain power.

Vicksburg Tour Highlights

▶ Memorial Arch

▶ Minnesota Memorial

▶ Iowa Monument

▶ Michigan Memorial

▶ Battery DeGolyer

▶ Battles of Chickasaw Bayou & Arkansas Post

▶ Shirley House

▶ Logan’s Approach

▶ Grant’s Big Dig

▶ West Virginia Monument

▶ Bombardment of Grand Gulf

▶ African American Monument

▶ Grant Memorial

▶ Bruinsburg Crossing

▶ John C. Pemberton

▶ Volunteer Infantry Regiment Monument

▶ Kentucky Monument

▶ Aftermath

▶ And Many More!