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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesMississippiGuntownBrices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site

Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site

US
National Battlefield·Quiet, Somber, Reflective, Historical
The Confederate victory at Brices Cross Roads was a significant victory for Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest, but its long term effect on the war proved costly for the Confederates. Brices Cross Roads is an excellent example of winning the battle, bu
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The Confederate victory at Brices Cross Roads was a significant victory for Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest, but its long term effect on the war proved costly for the Confederates. Brices Cross Roads is an excellent example of winning the battle, bu
Photo by from Nps

Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site stands as a poignant memorial to the tactical Confederate victory of June 1864. Located in Guntown, Mississippi, this National Park Service site preserves the core of the battlefield, allowing visitors to walk through history via a series of interpretive markers and monuments. The quiet, rural atmosphere provides a respectful backdrop for educational exploration or personal reflection on the complexities of the American Civil War. It is a key destination for those looking to understand the strategic maneuvers and human impact of this specific engagement within a protected, natural landscape.

Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site stands as a poignant memorial to the tactical Confederate victory of June 1864. Located in Guntown, Mississippi, this National Park Service site preserves the core of the battlefield, allowing visitors to walk through history via a series of interpretive markers and monuments. The quiet, rural atmosphere provides a respectful backdrop for educational exploration or personal reflection on the complexities of the American Civil War. It is a key destination for those looking to understand the strategic maneuvers and human impact of this specific engagement within a protected, natural landscape.

Address
260 Bethany Rd
Websitenps.gov
Phone18003057417

Highlights

  • Preserved core of the 1864 Civil War battlefield

  • Informative interpretive markers detailing tactical maneuvers

  • Respectful, rural setting ideal for quiet reflection

  • Official National Park Service site

Best For

History enthusiasts and those seeking a quiet, educational outdoor experience.

Occasion Tags

Educational, Historical Interest

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Location

Guntown, Mississippi, United States
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