Battle of Iuka

Battle of Iuka

Inscription: Bloody clash of Sept. 19, 1862, resulted from the attempt of Gen. Wm. Rosencrans, U.S.A., to expel Gen. Sterling Price, C.S.A., from N.E. Mississippi. In 2 hours one-third of men engaged were casualties. Erected by Mississippi Historical Commission.

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Organization Responsible for Installation:

Mississippi Historical Society

Memorial War Era(s):

Other

Location:

The marker is in this post office area: Iuka, MS 38852, United States of America. 34° 47.758′ N, 88° 12.5′ W. Marker is in Iuka, Mississippi, in Tishomingo County. The marker is on Veterans Memorial Drive (State Highway 25), on the right when traveling south.

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Battle of Iuka

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Published on February 4, 2019