Corinth, Miss., population 12,264, was an important strategic location during the Civil War because of its railroads. The path is being funded by state and federal grants, with matching funds from the city and county. Within two to three years, the city plans for the path to connect the trail to Shiloh, which is 22 miles away. During the last four years downtown Corinth has thrived, said Emily Stokes, the director of Main Street Corinth. She hopes the trail will attract hiking and biking stores and antique shops downtown.
Downtowns are so unique.
There's not much character. But there are so many unique aspects in downtown Corinth. We're looking at it from a national point of view. About 300,000 Union and Confederate soldiers traveled in and occupied the Corinth area during the Civil War era, according to the city's history center. During the war, about 200 generals spent time and quartered in the best houses they could find - such as the Curlee House.