History of Raymond, Mississippi
Today, tourists enjoy visiting Raymond and seeing the sites associated with its antebellum past: the Civil War battlefield, the Confederate Cemetery, the antebellum homes, Grant’s headquarters at Waverly, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, and the historic courthouse.
Battlefield Preservation Bookstore - Battle of Raymond
The Battle of Raymond and Other Collected Stories by Rebecca Blackwell Drake features 19 stories about the Battle of Raymond as well as the history of Raymond. The book is illustrated with photography taken during the 1998 National Re-enactment of the Battle of Raymond.
History of Raymond, Mississippi
Kaleidoscope of History Civil War Raymond. Raymond in the Civil War. Battle of Raymond Stories. Related Civil War Stories. Moments in History. Hinds County Schools "Raymond Years Ago" A series of 23 articles by George Harper, 1878-1879
History | City of Raymond Mississippi
Raymond’s place in history cannot be ignored. This small city is being preserved to showcase its more than 175 years. Native Americans, early settlers, and abundant wildlife were here in the young years of our country and state.
Book Dedication: The Battle of Raymond and Other Collected …
Attempts to save the Raymond Battlefield began in 1997 when a group of citizens incorporated Friends of the Vicksburg Campaign and Historic Trail. The objective of the group is to preserve and develop all of the battlefields associated with Grant's campaign.
The Battle of Raymond: The Untold Turning Point of the Civil War
Feb 8, 2008 — The Battle of Raymond was the definitive turning point of Ulysses S. Grant's Vicksburg Campaign. While many people are aware that the Vicksburg Campaign was pivotal to outcome of the American Civil War, very few are aware of …
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Raymond Battle Facts and Summary - American Battlefield Trust
Our Battle of Raymond page includes battle maps, history articles, photos, and preservation news for this great 1863 Civil War battle in Mississippi.
The Battle of Raymond
All of her articles pertaining to the Civil War have been printed in the Gazette under the heading Kaleidoscope of History. She has also written three books pertaining to the Battle of Raymond. These books are donated to Friends of Raymond to help with the preservation of …
History - Friends Of Raymond
Raymond, Mississippi, is a city with a long history and many historic sites. From the Natchez Trace to the Battle of Raymond to the post- Civil War period, right up to present day, there are many stories to tell.
Raymond's Churches
The history of the old churches in Raymond is almost as colorful as the history of Raymond itself. During the Civil War three of the churches, the Episcopal, the Methodist and the Baptist helped to house and treat wounded soldiers.