Battle of Pleasant Hill

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23271 Hwy. 175
Pelican, LA 71063
United States

318-796-2777

On April 9, 1864 the Rebel forces launched an ambitious assault against the newly reinforced Federals at Pleasant Hill.  the bloody battle that ensued was one of the final confederate victories of the Civil War and effectively prolonged the was as it re-moralized a weary rebel army.  The re-enactment of this historical event takes place every year on the weekend closes to April 9th.  Events include a beauty pageant, parade, mail call, open camp activities, period dance, church services, and the re-enactments.