Bill > SRes177

This resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of Vicksburg, Mississippi's incorporation, highlighting the city's rich and diverse historical significance. The resolution traces Vicksburg's history from its Native American origins through European settlement, its crucial role in the Civil War (particularly the 47-day Siege of Vicksburg in 1863, which was a turning point in the conflict), and its subsequent development as a significant cultural and economic center. The document celebrates Vicksburg's numerous historical achievements, including being the site of the first Coca-Cola bottling, establishing the first Black-owned bank in the United States, and hosting important military and engineering installations. The resolution acknowledges the city's cultural diversity, noting its contributions to music, education, and religious pluralism, and recognizes Vicksburg's modern achievements, such as being named Newsweek's Best Historical Small Town in America in 2024. The Senate officially designates 2025 as the "Vicksburg Bicentennial," honors the city's contributions to Mississippi and national history, encourages national acknowledgment of its bicentennial celebration, and requests that an enrolled copy of the resolution be transmitted to Vicksburg as a gesture of respect and admiration.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/177/all-info