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Monday, July 18, 2011

Remembering Vicksburg

 

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This past weekend my husband and I took a little get a way trip to Vicksburg, Mississippi.

 

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We wanted to visit the famous Civil War battlefield where Gen. Ulysses S. Grant captured the city after a six week siege.

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Over 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers died in this battle.

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The famous U.S.S Cairo was sunk in the battle and raised from the river 100 years later.

 

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We learned some interesting facts in the Civil War Museum.

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Ever wondered where this phrase came from?

 

 

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Some things never change…only the price!

 

 

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The Old Court House was built in 1858.

33 comments:

  1. LindaJuly 19, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Such wonderful use of texture!! Really so beautiful....

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  2. Nadege,July 19, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    Always nice to getaway, but so nice to come home. Lovely images.

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  3. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Looks like you had a great time!
    Know that you're always in my thoughts and prayers!
    Psalms 27:7-9 Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me. When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek. Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou hast been my help; leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation.
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  4. CedarJuly 19, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Really love! The texture just emphasizes the history being shared so beautifully! Sounds like a lovely trip!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Some great photo's of your weekend getaway.

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  6. KiaJuly 19, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    Ciao, over from Kim's. It looks like you had a great time. Beautiful texture work. :)

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  7. deb dutyJuly 19, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Love the textures you used, especially on the old medicine bottle. You got some really great photos from your trip! My boys would probably like visiting here if we get the chance.

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  8. MargaretJuly 19, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    I love the walk down history lane! The shots are terrific. I wish had more of this kind of history near us... Thanks for taking us there :)

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  9. Southern GalJuly 19, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Back before children my husband and I used to spend our vacation time visiting Civil War battlefields. After Gettysburg our next trip was to be Vicksburg then I found out I was expecting our first (who wasn't supposed to be). We haven't been yet, but one day...
    Thanks for sharing the super photos of the place.

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  10. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    a great post! the lone cannon and the headstones pics jumped off the page at me. hard to imagine such a time in our history. thanks for sharing!

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  11. PamJuly 19, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Great photos. Love the textures. I need to learn how to use textures. Someday..

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  12. NancyJuly 19, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Wonderful shots, Susan. Interesting information as well. :)

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  13. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    wow how beautiful!

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  14. The Artful DivaJuly 19, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Vicksburg looks like something for my Bucket list. I like what you've done to enhance your photo!

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  15. LisaJuly 19, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Gotta love getaways! Your images are beautiful!

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  16. TaraJuly 19, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    This is really interesting. I feel like I was there through your photos, love them.

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  17. KathleenJuly 19, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Great photos, and your texture work is so well done! I love visiting the civil war battlefields, but haven't gotten out to Vicksburg yet. Your shots have whetted my appetite!

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  18. GodelieveJuly 19, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Beautiful work!

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  19. tiarastantrumsJuly 19, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    looks like a great trip!

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  20. Kaye Swain - SandwichINK for Grandparents and CaregiversJuly 19, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Great photos and very interesting post. I'll have to share it with my granddaughter who just finished world history, since it touched on the Civil War as well. And what a sweet trip with your husband - wonderful family memories to cherish! Have a blessed week. :)

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  21. Ashley SiskJuly 19, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Incredible shots - I especially like the second one.

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  22. Life-n-ReflectionJuly 19, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    I just love that cannon shot!

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  23. KristalJuly 19, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Looks like a great trip - love the bite the bullet!

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  24. mommyRACHELLEJuly 19, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    A great collection of shots, Susan. I always love learning the history of a place. I suppose I will not use bite the bullet loosely.

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  25. Elizabeth DianneJuly 19, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    I really like the Aurora on that first picture. I used to teach American history so enjoyed the all the photos as well.

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  26. ImeneJuly 19, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Such a wonderful trip. It is one of the destination I am looking forward to visiting,

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  27. TiffanyJuly 19, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Looks like a fabulous trip...the pictures are lovely!

    Tiffany

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  28. Little HatchlingsJuly 20, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    Fantastic photos and I love how you processed each of the pix. Great job.

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  29. TaraJuly 20, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    love the old courthouse shot!

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  30. shirleyJuly 20, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Beautiful! My husband visited Vicksburg about a year ago - he's a huge Civil war buff. Of course, he didn't take any pictures and I would love to see it myself now. Wonderful use of textures and processing.

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  31. SylviaJuly 20, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Thanks for your lovely comment, Susan !
    Interesting post and you've texturized your photo beautifully !
    Lovely wishes,
    Sylvia

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  32. AnonymousJuly 20, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I love them. Gorgeous!!!

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  33. sabrina saneJuly 24, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Really LOVE the look and texture on the medicine bottle, it is perfect! Please let me know what texture if it is one from Kim's Cafe. Thanks! Great job.

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