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The First Battle of Memphis was a naval battle fought on the Mississippi River directly above the city of Memphis on June 6, 1862 during the Civil War. The battle marked the eradication of a Confederate naval presence on the Mississippi River.

First Battle of Memphis

The First Battle of Memphis was a naval battle fought on the Mississippi River directly above the city…

"The Battle of the Rams at Memphis, June 6, 1862."—E. Benjamin Andrews 1895

Battle of the Rams

"The Battle of the Rams at Memphis, June 6, 1862."—E. Benjamin Andrews 1895