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About Jackson
As the capital of Mississippi since 1821, Jackson's turbulent history is well documented. Sherman's troops burned the town three times during the Civil War. In the 1960's, Jackson was a hotbed of activity during the Civil Rights movement. In spite of this turmoil, the city has retained its southern charm and today,... [read more]
Jackson Factoid
Thomas Jefferson recommended the checkerboard layout of the city. Every other square was reserved as being a park or green. Today, the Old Capitol and the Old Capitol Green on which it stands is one of the few remaining examples of this plan.