Directly across from the Vicksburg National Military Cemetery is the U.S.S. Cairo Museum. This ironclad union gunboat was retrieved from its watery grave and is now displayed in the park. It is an awesome site to see and you can walk on it. Inside the museum is a treasure trove of artifacts such as weapons, munitions, naval stores and personal gear that the sailor's used on board. This also is a must see when you come to visit Vicksburg! Picnic tables are in the area where you can sit and enjoy the view. Please take the time to read about the USS Cairo that I have linked to our National Military Park site.
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