FRANKLIN, Tenn. — A new piece of the Franklin battlefield is now protected after a land purchase from five groups.
The Battle of Franklin Trust, Friends of Franklin Parks, American Battlefield Trust, Save the Franklin Battlefield and Franklin’s Charge purchased a 2.3-acre tract off of Lewisburg Pike at auction for $107,500.
Groups wanted the land because the acreage was once part of Carnton and used during the Battle of Franklin, according to Battle of Franklin Trust CEO Eric Jacobson.
Heavy fighting swept across the property as the brigade took numerous casualties while being subjected to heavy federal rifle and artillery fire. Gen. Thomas Scott’s Brigade of Alabama, Tennessee and Louisiana troops also charged across the ground as they neared the federal left flank.
“We are pleased to announce this collaboration with Friends of Franklin Parks, American Battlefield Trust, Save the Franklin Battlefield and Franklin’s Charge," Jacobson said. "These organizations have played a pivotal role in battlefield reclamation within our state and we look forward to continuing efforts through this partnership."
The Battle of Franklin Trust and Friends of Franklin Parks will jointly own the property after closing. Eventually, interpretive signage will explain to visitors what happened during the battle. Because of its proximity to the Harpeth River, Friends of Franklin Parks will eventually incorporate the back of the property into its riverwalk project.
To make a donation, please contact Development Director Laurie McPeak at laurie@boft.org or CEO Eric A. Jacobson at eric@boft.org. For more information visit www.boft.org.
Emily West is a reporter for The Tennessean, covering Franklin and Williamson County. Follow her on Twitter at @emwest22 and email her at erwest@tennessean.com.
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