Vicksburg National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Your expedition through Vicksburg National Military Park commences outside the Visitor Center near the northern entrance. As you delve deeper into the park, the weight of the American Civil War surrounds you. You'll pass monuments like the Minnesota and Iowa Monuments, each telling tales of the soldiers hailing from these states. Along the way, you'll hear about the leadup to this titanic struggle, as General Ulysses S. Grant marched inevitably toward Vicksburg.You'll hear accounts of the Battles of Chickasaw Bayou and Arkansas Post, then stop at the historic Shirley House, the only wartime structure remaining in the park. Next, relive the fiery bombardment of the Grand Gulf and learn about the crucial role of Black soldiers in the Civil War. Then continue to the awe-inspiring Ulysses S. Grant Memorial.From there, you'll head to the Vicksburg National Cemetery, which serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. Rows upon rows of tombstones represent Union soldiers who gave their all. The cemetery's tranquility contrasts sharply with the ongoing narrative of Grant's campaign, as you revisit the battles of Raymond, Jackson, Champion Hill, and the Big Black River Bridge.The final segments of your journey dive into the climax of the siege, the surrender, and the eventual aftermath and significance of this battle. Your expedition concludes just down the street from the Visitor Center where it began.
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Free cancellation
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2 hours
Available in English

Important information

Know in advance: * This is a self-guided tour available through an app; no guide will accompany you and transport is not provided. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map, all in one * After booking, you'll receive an email from the activity provider with instructions for setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site * Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms * Buy once, use for a year! The tour can be used repeatedly for 12 months from the date of purchase. Ideal for extended visits and return trips * The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere * You only need to book one tour per vehicle/mobile device, not per person * Works perfectly without Wi-Fi/data with offline maps * There are several closures in place, including North Union Avenue and Vicksburg National Cemetery. Check nps.gov for current conditions

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