Mississippi History
James Meredith
History is often made when one person stands his ground and demands his dream. But history needs its enforcers. And when James Meredith sought ... Home >> History >> Integration of University of Mississippi : The Beginning ... [Read More]
REVELS, Hiram Rhodes - Biographical Information
American National Biography ; Dictionary of American Biography ; Libby, Billy W. “Senator Hiram Revels of Mississippi Takes His Seat, January-February, 1870.” Journal of Mississippi History 37 (November 1975): 381-94; Thompson, Julius. Hiram R. Revels, 1827-1901: A Biography . New York: Arno Press, 1982. ... [Read More]
Recreation.gov
Mississippi Home Page Mississippi Tourism Site Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Mississippi Hunting / Fishing Licenses State History/Geography State Parks Site State Parks Fees State Events Site ... [Read More]
U.S. Senate: Art & History Home > Historical Minutes > 1878-1920 > Former Slave Presides over Senate
Home > Art & History Home > Historical Minutes > 1878-1920 > Former Slave Preside... ... Withdrawal of the military government in Mississippi ended Republican control of that state's political institutions and any chance that Bruce might serve more than a single term. That term, however, proved to be an active one as he advocated civil rights for blacks, native Americans, Chinese immigrants, and even former Confederates. It was during a heated debate on a bill to exclude Chinese immigrants that Bruce made history at the presiding officer's desk. ... [Read More]
Earthquake Hazards Program: Earthquake History of Mississipp
Earthquake History of Mississipp ... URL: http://neic.usgs.gov/neis/states/mississippi/mississippi_history.html ... [Read More]
Indian Mounds of Mississippi--A National Register of Historic Places Travel Itinerary
Southeast Archeological Center, and Natchez Trace Parkway, in conjunction with the Historic Preservation Division of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, and the National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers (NCSHPO). ... [Read More]
Site Policies | The Official State Web Site of Mississippi
From the vision of Mississippi.gov to the history of E-Government in Mississippi, our About Mississippi.gov page has it all. ... [Read More]
Mississippi - List of Official Partners (Veterans History Project, Library of Congress)
Oral History of the Civil Rights Movement ... Center for Oral History & Cultural Heritage ... [Read More]
Gulf Islands National Seashore (National Park Service)
More than 80 percent of Gulf Islands National Seashore is under water, but the barrier islands are the most outstanding features to those who visit. The Seashore stretches 160 miles from Cat Island in Mississippi to the eastern tip of Santa Rosa Island in Florida. There are snowy-white beaches, sparkling blue waters, fertile coastal marshes, and dense maritime forests. Visitors can explore 19th century forts, enjoy shaded picnic areas, hike on winding nature trails, and camp in comfortable campgrounds. In addition, Horn and Petit Bois Islands located in Mississippi are federally designated wilderness areas. Nature, history, and recreational opportunities abound in this national treasure. ... [Read More]
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