Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site
National Battlefield Site ยท Mississippi
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Battlefield in Mississippi, United States
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site memorializes the Battle of Brice's Cross Roads, in which a U.S. Army force was defeated by a smaller Confederate force commanded by Major-General Nathan Bedford Forrest on June 10, 1864, but nonetheless secured Union supply lines between Nashville and Chattanooga, Tennessee.
About Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site
The Confederate victory at Brices Cross Roads was a significant victory for Major General Nathan Bedford Forrest, but its long-term effect on the war proved costly for the Confederates.
Activities
Operating Hours
Brices Crossroads National Battlefield Site
The grounds of the Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site are open sunrise to sunset everyday of the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site?
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site?
Popular activities at Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site include: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto.
What is the weather like at Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site?
Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.
How do I get to Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site?
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site can be found 15 miles north of Tupelo, Mississippi. Exit U.S. Highway 45 onto Mississippi 370, in Baldwyn, Mississippi. The battlefield is located 6 miles west of Baldwyn, on Mississippi 370.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.
Directions
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site can be found 15 miles north of Tupelo, Mississippi. Exit U.S. Highway 45 onto Mississippi 370, in Baldwyn, Mississippi. The battlefield is located 6 miles west of Baldwyn, on Mississippi 370.
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