In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the federal troops. Neither side could claim a clear victory, but Union troops had succeeded in their main goal: keeping the Confederates away from Union railroads in Tennessee.

Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - Walking

Weather

Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.

Key Facts

TypeBattlefield

DesignationNational Battlefield

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Photos of Tupelo National Battlefield.

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Things to do

Discover Tupelo National Battlefield.

White granite monument with a carved eagle on top with 2 civil war cannons flanking monument

Exploring The Battle of Tupelo

30-50 Minutes

More than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers fought in and around Tupelo, Mississippi between the morning of July 14 and the evening of July 15, 1864. This is known as the Battle of Tupelo or the Battle of Harrisburg.

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