
Complemented with
a peaceful and natural landscape, Corinth, Mississippi is nestled
in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Corinth and
Alcorn Countys quality of life is unmatched. Whatever your age
or interests, Alcorn County is diverse in recreational and cultural
pursuits. Corinth
is a city of contrasts. We attract people from all walks of life for
our history, tradition, community spirit, downtown charm, and hospitality.
Corinth began
in 1854 as Cross City. It's proxomoty to the Tennessee River and the
railroads made it of great strategic value during the Civil War. The
Battle of Corinth was fought October 3-4, 1862. With the railroads,
Corinth played a huge role in the Battle of Shiloh, which was a turning
point in the war.
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