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Kentucky Confederate Monument

Honoring Kentucky's Confederate soldiers at Vicksburg National Military Park, a site of immense historical significance during the Civil War.

Located in Vicksburg National Military Park, the Kentucky Confederate Monument honors Kentucky soldiers who fought for the Confederacy during the Civil War. The monument serves as a reminder of Kentucky's divided loyalties during the war and the sacrifices made by its Confederate troops.

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Local tips

  • Visit the Vicksburg National Military Park Visitor Center to get an overview of the park's history and significance.
  • Explore the park's 16-mile tour road to see the various monuments and historical sites.
  • Take time to reflect on the complexities of the Civil War and its impact on American society.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the Vicksburg National Military Park Visitor Center, head east on Confederate Avenue. Continue for approximately 0.5 miles until you reach the intersection with Clay Street. Turn left onto Clay Street and walk for about 0.3 miles. The Kentucky Confederate Monument will be on your right within the park grounds, near the intersection of Clay Street and Confederate Avenue. There is no fee to enter the park.

  • Driving

    Enter Vicksburg National Military Park via Clay Street. Follow the signs for Confederate Avenue. The Kentucky Confederate Monument is located on the South Loop between tour stops 13 and 14. Park in the designated areas. A fee is required to enter the battlefield.

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The Kentucky Confederate Monument, situated within Vicksburg National Military Park in Vicksburg, Mississippi, stands as a tribute to the Kentucky soldiers who served the Confederate States of America during the Civil War. Dedicated in May 2010, it is the newest state memorial in the park. The monument itself is constructed from granite, featuring a marble mid-section inscribed with a detailed account of the involvement of Kentucky's Confederate troops in the Vicksburg campaign. This memorial is a poignant reminder of the divisions within Kentucky during the Civil War, as the state sent soldiers to fight for both the Union and the Confederacy. Vicksburg National Military Park, where the monument is located, commemorates one of the most decisive battles of the Civil War. The park spans 1,800 acres and features over 1,400 monuments, markers, and tablets honoring soldiers from both sides of the conflict. Visitors can explore reconstructed trenches and earthworks, as well as the USS Cairo Gunboat and Museum. The park's visitor center offers exhibits and information about the Vicksburg campaign.

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