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Franklin Battlefield

Franklin Battlefield is a historic place in Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000734.

Franklin, Williamson County, TennesseeListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000734★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Franklin Battlefield?

Franklin Battlefield was the site of the Second Battle of Franklin, which occurred late in the American Civil War. It is located in the southern part of Franklin, Tennessee, on U.S. 31. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Franklin Battlefield
City
Franklin
County
Williamson County
State
Tennessee
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000734
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
35.90805, -86.86459
When was Franklin Battlefield listed on the National Register?

Franklin Battlefield was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Franklin Battlefield located?

Franklin Battlefield is located in Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee at approximately 35.90805, -86.86459. See the map above.

Is Franklin Battlefield a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Franklin Battlefield is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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