Weds. June 18 – Jackson, Mississippi and livestream Excited to be speaking at the Two Mississippi Museums! I will be presenting: “Milliken’s Bend: Fighting for Black Freedom in the Civil War,” with book sale and signing to follow. Hope to … Continue reading →
I’ve written before about why Milliken’s Bend was forgotten almost as soon as it happened. I’ve written about why it is important, and I’ve written about why we must Remember. But I could not have anticipated that Milliken’s Bend would … Continue reading →
As we observe Memorial Day this weekend and consider the sacrifices made on behalf of our country, it is essential that we remember those who truly fought for Freedom and gave their very lives, when the outcome of the Civil … Continue reading →
On this day, June 7, 1863, a small but brutal battle was fought at Milliken’s Bend, Louisiana, a Federal outpost just upriver from the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Both sides brought about the same number of men to the … Continue reading →
Milliken’s Bend is now featured in an entry in the Louisiana online encyclopedia, 64 Parishes. The article provides a brief but solid overview of the battle and its significance. It contains links to other related articles at 64 Parishes, and … Continue reading →
