Grant chased Pemberton, who was headed toward Vicksburg. Pemberton left 5,000 troops to make a stand on both sides of the Big Black River after his Champion Hill defeat, while he withdrew with his main command to nearby Vicksburg.
Grant pursued Pemberton, who was heading toward Vicksburg. Pemberton left 5,000 troops to hold positions on both sides of the Big Black River after his defeat at Champion Hill, while he withdrew with his main force to nearby Vicksburg.