Vicksburg
During the American Civil War, two battles in particular helped the Union gain control of the Mississippi River. The first took place in 1862 and culminated in the capture of New Orleans by Union forces. The second took place in 1863 and ended with the Union capture of Vicksburg (Mississippi).
Battle of Vicksburg
The Battle of Vicksburg, fought from May 18 to July 4, 1863, resulted in the Union gaining strategic control of the Mississippi River. The Union forces, led by General Ulysses S. Grant, besieged the Confederate stronghold at Vicksburg, Mississippi, ultimately leading to its surrender. This victory effectively split the Confederacy in two and allowed Union forces to control the vital waterway for transportation and supply.
the West won the battle for control of the Mississippi river region
The battle of Vicksburg.
To gain control of the Mississippi river.
Mississippi River.
The battle of Vicksburg was fought over the Mississippi river. The river was a large area for trade.
The Battle of Vicksburg gave the Union control of the Mississippi River.
The Vicksburg Campaign, specifically the Siege of Vicksburg, established control of the Mississippi River.
It helped the Union get control of the Mississippi river.
The Union got control of the Mississippi River.