Warren

Organized in 1809 and has been a part of Jefferson and Claiborne counties in the Old Natchez District Warren County, was named for Dr. Joseph Warren, a Boston dentist who became the first casualty of the American Revolution when he was killed at the Battle of Bunker Hill.

The first known inhabitants of Warren County were several tribes of Indians including the Yazoo, Tensas, and Grigra, all kin to the Choctaws. They were mound builders who lived in small villages on high ground. They planted, harvested, and hunted and were usually a peaceful people. According to the 201 Census, its population was 48,773. Its county seat is Vicksburg.

Communities

Cities
     • Vicksburg
     • Bovina
     • Eagle Bend
     • Flowers
     • Redwood
     • Waltersville
     • Warrenton
     • Yokena


Helpful Links

County of Warren

U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
Warren County Government
Warren County Vicksburg Public Library
Warren County Vicksburg Public Schools
Central MS Planning and Development District
The Warren County Port Commission

City of Vicksburg

City of Vicksburg Government
Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau
Vicksburg National Military Park


Other Links of Interest

The Old Courthouse Museum
U.S. Army, Corps of Engineers
The Vicksburg Post Newspaper