I like to find new places with my travels, try new local foods and find interesting places to visit.  I have just returned from a work trip to Vicksburg, Mississippi.  This is a town of very friendly people and a laid back way of life.

When in Vicksburg you should visit the Vicksburg National Military Park, I drove my car through the trail and was amazed at the beauty but also taken by the history that took place here.  In 1863 Vicksburg was under siege by the Union army which lasted several days and when taking the tour you see the blue signs indicating the Union’s hold which covered almost the entire park.  Then near the end of the tour red signs showing where the Confederate solders held their ground.

The battle ran from May through June of 1863 and the Confederate army surrendered on July 4th.  This is considered the battle that ended the Civil War.