Inscription: Bloody clash of Sept. 19, 1862, resulted from the attempt of Gen. Wm. Rosencrans, U.S.A., to expel Gen. Sterling Price, C.S.A., from N.E. Mississippi. In 2 hours one-third of men engaged were casualties. Erected by Mississippi Historical Commission.
Organization Responsible for Installation:
Mississippi Historical Society
Memorial War Era(s):
- Other
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
The marker is in this post office area: Iuka, MS 38852, United States of America. 34° 47.758? N, 88° 12.5? W. Marker is in Iuka, Mississippi, in Tishomingo County. The marker is on Veterans Memorial Drive (State Highway 25), on the right when traveling south.