Corinth, Mississippi | The historic Corinth hiking and biking trail connecting many of the Civil War Corinth National Historic Landmark sites.

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221 N. Fillmore Street
Corinth, MS 38834
Website: www.crossroadsmuseum.com
The Crossroads Museum has found a home in the newly renovated 1918 Corinth Depot. This depot sits adjacent to one of the most important patches of land in the Western Theatre of the Civil War - the Corinth Railroad Crossroads. Here, the Memphis & Charleston and Mobile & Ohio Railroads crossed, making 1862 Corinth an important location for troop movement, supply and communication lines. The Battle of Shiloh was fought as an offensive measure to keep the Federal Army from controlling the railroad. However, after the Siege of Corinth, the Federals did just gain control. The subsequent Battle of Corinth was fought as the Confederate's last effort to retake the crossings from the Federals. The fall of Corinth's railroad crossing was the beginning of the end of the War in the West. Also located on the museum property is the site of the Tishomingo Hotel, which served as a hospital during the war.
Corinth, Mississippi | Opened in 2004, this museum explains the key role of Corinth in the Civil War's western theater, featuring interactive exhibits, a multimedia presentation on the Battle of Shiloh, and a video on the Battle of Corinth.
Corinth, Mississippi | This historic walking and driving tour of the town includes a large "Contraband Camp" for ex-slaves, the location of many extant Union earthworks, and the famous rail crossing itself.
Corinth, Mississippi | Built in 1857 by one of Corinth's founders, the home is a significant example of Greek Revival architecture and served as headquarters for numerous Civil War generals.
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