Corinth in Alcorn County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)

The Siege and Battle of Corinth

Photographed by Bradley Owen, October 27, 2026

1. The Siege and Battle of Corinth Marker

Inscription.
Has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America

Erected 1991 by National Park Service United States Department of the Interior.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list.

Location. 34° 56.218′ N, 88° 31.25′ W. Marker is in Corinth, Mississippi, in Alcorn County. It is on Jackson Street north of Childs Street, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located beside the front door of the Curlee House. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 705 Jackson Street, Corinth MS 38834, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in andspecifically ast Mississippi in the North Mississippi Hills. It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Deep South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

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the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Curlee House (a few steps from this marker); Generals' Headquarters (a few steps from this marker); Union General Thomas Addresses the Troops (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the Mitchell House (within shouting distance of this marker); Grant’s Headquarters (within shouting distance of this marker); Fillmore Street Chapel (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Duncan House (about 400 feet away); Johnston's Headquarters (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Corinth.

Photographed by Bradley Owen, October 27, 2026

2. The Siege and Battle of Corinth Marker

The Curlee House. The marker is located at the left of the front door.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 4, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 4, 2026, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 4, 2026, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia.