Georgia Monument: A Tribute to Georgian Soldiers

The Georgia Monument, found within the historic Vicksburg National Military Park, stands as a solemn tribute to the soldiers from Georgia who demonstrated valor during the Siege of Vicksburg in the American Civil War. Dedicated on October 25, 1962, the monument is located on the south loop of Confederate Avenue, south of Fort Garrott.Constructed from gray granite, the 18-foot-high monument features the State Seal of Georgia and bears the inscription: "We sleep here in obedience to law; When duty called, we came, When country called, we died". This monument is identical to Georgia memorials found at Gettysburg, PA, Antietam, MD, and Kennesaw Mountain, GA.Visitors to the monument can reflect on the sacrifices made by these soldiers amidst the backdrop of the Vicksburg National Military Park. The park includes various historical markers and monuments that provide context to the events that took place during the siege.