Battle Of Ackia in Tupelo, Mississippi

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Battle Of Ackia

Tupelo, MS, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 34° 14' 53.2644", -88° 43' 22.764"

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Historical Marker

Near here, on May 26, 1736, French and Choctaw invaders under Bienville were soundly repulsed by Chickasaws defending the Ackia, Apeany, and Chukafalaya villages. Many French casualties occurred.

Last updated: 10/11/2009 13:26

Battle Of Ackia Historical Marker Location Map, Tupelo, Mississippi