Franklin Battlefield

Franklin Battlefield is a Civil War combat site in Tennessee with preserved fortifications, monuments, and historic structures scattered across the grounds. The area includes several key buildings, such as the Carter House and Carnton Plantation, where visitors can observe how troops were positioned during the engagement.

The site witnessed a major engagement between Union and Confederate forces that significantly impacted the region and the broader war effort. The battle resulted in heavy losses on both sides and influenced military strategy in the final phase of the conflict.

The site reflects how the community continues to honor those lost, with local homes integrated into the remembrance of the battle. Visitors encounter buildings that served as shelters and hospitals during the fighting, now telling personal stories of survival and loss.

The grounds can be explored on foot, with guided tours and informational markers helping visitors follow troop positions across the site. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the terrain is uneven in places and visitors move between several buildings.

The Carter House retains thousands of bullet holes in its exterior walls from gunfire during the engagement. These physical marks allow visitors to directly sense the intensity of the fighting in a way that photographs cannot capture.

Location: Franklin

GPS coordinates: 35.90361,-86.86611

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:05