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Soldiers who witnessed the meeting between Generals Grant and Pemberton under an oak tree, realized the tree's historical significance. They cut pieces from the tree to keep as souvenirs. These two acorns are said to have been taken from the oak tree at the surrender interview site.
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- Title: Acorns
- Contributor: Vicksburg National Military Park, National Park Service
- Original Source: http://www.nps.gov/museum/exhibits/vick/siege/VICK285_acorns.html
- Source: Vicksburg National Military Park
- National Park Service Catalog Number: VICK 285
- Measurements: L 2.5, W 1 cm
- Materials: Wood
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