Oakland was the redezvous point for the commands of Confederate Brig. Gen. John S. Marmaduke and Maj. Gen. Sterling Price as they marched toward Helena. Marmakduke's cavalry reached the town on June 26, 1863, while Price's infantry arrived on the 29th.

This site has local significance because it is associated with military activities and events that achieved or affected important local objectives of the Vicksburg campaign.

This site would be documented. Onsite infterpretation and connection the site to the Vicksburg Heritage Coalition is encouraged.