The Alabama monument in the Vicksburg National Military Park, completed in 1951, is the only one dedicated to women as well as the men. The central figure is a woman, and according to sculptor Stephen Thomas, she represented the women of that state, holding the spirit high, which is embodied in a Confederate battle flag. Every detail of the monument is realistic, and Thomas went to great lengths to make sure it was also accurate. The photo, from the Old Court House Museum collection, was taken by Bette E. Barber.

Historic photos taken in and around Vicksburg are featured on Sundays in The Vicksburg Post. Many of the photos are from the J. Mack Moore Collection at the Old Court House Museum. Though not all photos were taken by Mr. Moore, they are part of the collection given to the museum by longtime Vicksburg Post managing editor Charles J. Faulk. Appropriate photos from the public will also be accepted and published. To submit a photo, contact Karen Gamble at 636-4545.