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Ship Island, Biloxi, MS

Located roughly twelve miles off the Biloxi coast, Ship Island has served as a safe haven for vessels from France, Great Britain, Spain, and the United States. During the American Civil War it held both the Confederate and Union flags and detained prisoners of war. Visitors can travel to Ship Island by Ship Island Excursions.

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