Episode 2 of 2
Siege Ends
- When
- July 9, 1863
- Where
- Port Hudson, Louisiana
Confederate garrison surrendered on July 9, 1863, after learning Vicksburg had fallen, ending 48 days of fighting.
Gardner learned Vicksburg surrendered on July 4, 1863, realizing his situation was hopeless. Terms were negotiated, and on July 9, 1863, Confederates laid down their weapons, ending 48 days of continuous fighting.
Sources
- Siege of Port Hudson Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
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