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5 Fun Facts About December 25 In Mississippi History

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1. Mississippi became a state on December 10, 1817. This means that December of 2017 marked the 200th anniversary of Mississippi's statehood.

2. On December 25, 1864, General William Sherman and his Union Army troops captured the city of Vicksburg. The fall of Vicksburg was a major victory for the Union during the Civil War, as it gave the Northern forces control of the Mississippi River.

3. On December 25, 1974, a tornado outbreak struck several states, including Mississippi. The storm caused extensive damage and killed 10 people in the state.

4. The Mississippi State Capitol building was completed on December 25, 1903. The Capitol, located in Jackson, is an impressive structure that features a domed roof and Corinthian columns.

5. December 25 is also significant for the thousands of Mississippians who celebrate Christmas each year. From holiday parades to family gatherings to church services, Christmas is a big part of life in the Magnolia State.
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