In June of 1864, Maj. Gen. William Sherman successfully kept Maj. Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest's cavalry corps in Mississippi at the Battle of Brices Cross Roads and away from the Federal supply line in Tennessee. To keep Forrest there in July, Sherman had to order another attack.
Why the Battle Happened
Civil War battles were never isolated incidents. They were the result of a series of events and they impacted future events. Find out why the Battle of Tupelo happened. more...
Leading up to the Battle
Maj. Gen. Sherman wrote that Forrest had "whipped Sturgis fair and square, and now I will put against him [Maj. Gen.] A. J. Smith . . ." more...
The Battle
The Battle of Tupelo was fought by more than 20,000 troops from the morning of July 14 to the evening of July 15, 1864. more...
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Tupelo National Battlefield 2680 Natchez Trace Parkway Tupelo, MS 38804
In the summer, expect hot, humid weather, with high temperatures typically in the 90s. Expect mild winters with occasional freezing. Spring and fall are very pleasant. Call 1-800-305-7417 for current conditions.
