The Story of Mississippi Becoming a State 200 Years Later (Events That Changed the Course of History Series)

From the development of the Blues, to the Civil Rights Movement, to the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina, there have been a great number of changes, both good and bad, in Mississippi in the past century, and there are sure to be more to come. Take a closer look at the Magnolia State’s history and learn how its past has shaped the culture and people of Mississippi today.