Grierson's Raid (Newton) Mississippi

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Grierson's Raid (Newton)

Newton, MS, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 32° 20' 24.8244", -89° 8' 17.2932"

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Historical Marker

Here at Newton Station, on Apr. 24, 1863, Federals under Gen. Benjamin H. Grierson struck the Vicksburg-Meridian rail route, tore up tracks, & burned depot.

Last updated: 6/17/2009 10:15:00

Grierson's Raid (Newton) Mississippi