Franklin Battlefield Tour | Franklin 160th Anniversary

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

In March, we asked for your help to restore a viewshed at the Franklin Battlefield that has not been seen since the early-1900s. In partnership with The Battle of Franklin Trust, we are thrilled to announce VICTORY for the 160th anniversary of the battle! Learn more about the continued "miracle" at Franklin: www.battlefields.org/news/american-battlefield-trust-lauds-long-awaited-preservation-achievement-advance-battle-franklin

[@mattfaulk8724]

I wouldn't say most daring escape considering Washington's escape help make this country

[@JefferyMckay-qy8tc]

That's where VA stepped up 80 percen of battlefields around Richmond have been preserved

[@charlesbelser7249]

It was what it was a d about as " miraculous" ​@@mattfaulk8724

[@richardh.5404]

Really good to see Trace Adkins involved in these videos!

[@PhilBaumhardt]

Trace Adkin's gunhandling and muzzle awareness is masterful. Respect!

[@buckjohnson135]

I don't know if I've ever listened to a Trace Adkins song before, but I'm a huge fan of his now!!! Love his passion for preservation!

[@jasonwhitmore679]

man, if you never heard a Trace Adkins song you have to listen to Arlington. That well make you tear up.

[@DixieForeverRJ]

7:44 Thank you for all the preservation efforts. I love Trace Adkins comments as he thinks about his ancestor and the other brave southerners who fought in defense of their homes, family, and homeland. Trace Adkins speaks about his ancestor who fought in Franklin, TN in the 15th Mississippi.

[@31Alden]

It truly IS a shame more of this battlefield hasn’t been preserved, for it was an important historic battle that has been greatly overlooked in the general scheme of things. My 2nd great-grandfather, Michael Welch, an Irish immigrant from County Mayo, Ireland, was with the 100th Ohio Infantry, fought and was wounded in the Battle of Franklin. He lost his hearing as part of his injuries, and lived the remainder of his life in a veteran’s home in Dayton, Ohio where he died on March 8, 1903. and is interred at Dayton National Cemetery. Thank you for covering this.

[@UniRebTN]

My 2nd great grandfather was in the 8th Tenn Vol Cavalry Co. L. 1863-1865 and was also at the Battle of Franklin and later had to move to the Veterans Home in Dayton, Ohio because at the time Tennessee State Veteran's Homes were for Confederate Soldiers only & he is also interred at Dayton National Cemetary Row 8 or 9...Section 3...Grave # 39 born 1842 died November 14, 1924

[@31Alden]

@@UniRebTN I’m a little confused. Did your 2nd great-grandfather serve in the Confederate Army? Although if I remember correctly, parts of Kentucky and Tennessee were divided. Just wondering why he was sent to Dayton if he served in the Confederate Army. I pulled out my genealogy binder to look up where my 2nd great grandfather is buried: Section N - Row 24 - Site 10. Dayton National Cemetery.

[@UniRebTN]

It's funny cause although I'm related to U. S. Grant I'm also related to Confederate Generals John Bell Hood, Thomas (Stonewall) Jackson, Albert Sidney Johnston, Wade Hampton, (Commanding Hamptons Legion) John C. Breckinridge & Benjamin H. Helm (both commanders of The Orphan Brigade...i.e. The First Kentucky Brigade) William Preston (Army of Tennessee & Confederate Ambassador to Mexico) & Robert E. Lee...along with George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, John Quincy Adams, James Madison, Abraham Lincoln, and my 6th great cousin Grover Cleveland. And lastly Patrick Henry who was a member of the Sons of Liberty.

[@nockreel1190]

Try not to look at it in that way. The earth is a little dust ball in the universe.

[@brad238899]

​@@31AldenGoogle Tennessee Unionists. On Wikipedia you'll find quite a few served the Union. The Eastern part of TN... AKA where they didn't grow cotton had a higher rate of support for the union.

[@exposethenwo6491]

I have been here several times. I wish more of the site was preserved

[@malcolmshaw2609]

My wife and I came from the UK for a road trip of the eastern sunbelt states this October and without any plans came across several of the Civil War battlefields, Shilo, Parker’s Cross Roads, Brice's Cross Roads. Needless to say we were blown away by the level of preservation, atmosphere and the wealth of historical information we found. What the American nation went through during the civil war period should be a lesson to all

[@drivergj1972]

As a 23 yr Armed Forces Veteran myself, my 3rd great grandfather Harrison Bryant was killed in action at Franklin 30 Nov 1864 with the 7th Regiment Mississippi Infantry. He also lost several other relatives that day as well. Many of his brothers, cousins, uncles and friends also fought that day.

[@mikestacyemett5914]

For a huge, beast of a man, Adkins is so soft spoken.

[@christopherfoster3744]

Hi ! Thanks to every one of the hosts on the program, you all did an excellent job ! People Really appreciate it and I really appreciate it too ! Thanks again !

[@delnunley7026]

Everyone should visit the Battle of Franklin. I was there when all those businesses were there and it is so much better. This stuff is like pure gold. Thank you for all you do.

[@robertyingling3689]

I share this in hopes Trace will add the melody and use it to raise funds for the Battlefield Trust and the preservation of our history. Bob Yingling The Fields of Franklin (A song of sorrow and sacrifice) [Verse 1] On the fields of Franklin, the young men fell, Under a moonlit sky, they marched to hell. Their hearts were full, their futures bright, But dreams dissolved in the bitter fight. A thousand sons, so bold, so true, Gave all they had for the gray and blue. And as the cannons roared, their voices died, Leaving tears where hope once thrived. [Chorus] Oh, the fields of Franklin, bathed in blood, Youth washed away in a crimson flood. Their names are whispers on the autumn breeze, Their mothers’ cries echo through the trees. [Verse 2] Fathers prayed by the fireside glow, For sons who’d never come home, they’d know. Sweethearts lingered, letters in hand, Dreaming of weddings the war had banned. Brothers lay broken in a silent line, The weight of war stealing precious time. And in the distance, a soldier’s song, Fades like a life that didn’t last long. [Chorus] Oh, the fields of Franklin, bathed in blood, Youth washed away in a crimson flood. Their names are whispers on the autumn breeze, Their mothers’ cries echo through the trees. [Bridge] What is the cost of a cause so grand? When sons turn to dust in the Tennessee sand. The flags still wave, but the hearts are torn, For a generation lost, a nation mourns. [Verse 3] Now the fields lie quiet, the battles done, But shadows linger where the rivers run. A father’s grief, a mother’s despair, Empty chairs and unanswered prayers. We speak their names so they’re not lost, In the silence, we reckon the cost. The lives they gave, the price they paid, In Franklin’s soil, their dreams are laid. [Chorus] Oh, the fields of Franklin, bathed in blood, Youth washed away in a crimson flood. Their names are whispers on the autumn breeze, Their mothers’ cries echo through the trees. [Outro] On the fields of Franklin, the young men rest, In the arms of the earth, eternally blessed. But the sorrow lingers, the wounds run deep, In the hearts of the ones who forever weep. 36:19

[@brendapritchard9785]

Amazing history ! 🇺🇸

[@bobdlowrider]

I was at the Carter House in the mid 90's when my daughter lived near Nashville. It was a fascinating education! I have a friend who'll be moving close to Franklin sometime next year. I told her all about the Carter House and battle there. Once she moves there, I'll visit her as soon as possible and we will go see the Carter House.

[@annmcgehee1728]

Am very thankful for how this video series on the Battle of Franklin is busting myths we have always heard about the battle, and replacing them with true stories that are even more powerful. Thank you!!

[@theRappinSpree]

Viewer from Ireland here - Fantastic what’s being done for battlefield preservation, and for the Battle of Franklin trust I love watching Joe & Eric do chalkboard history. Joe will be missed when he returns to Louisiana

[@mattpiepenburg8769]

Wonderful series - Trace, Joe, Eric, Gary and more! Legends! Thanks to all of you for all that you have done for the Trust in general and Franklin in particular. It’s just amazing and of immeasurable value. As a Virginian, let me thank you as well for all that the trust is doing at Gains Mill and elsewhere. As to that Henry rifle, I have to agree with Trace :)

[@buckysimmons5164]

My friend and I drove to Franklin every November 30th for several years ❤in the early 2000s. Mr Thomas Cartwright gave us a tour every time. I swear that dude lived ate slept and every breath was about about the Battle of Franklin. I don't know what happened, but he did a lot to make Franklin what it is today, to be ignored and forgotten. Franklin will hang with you the rest of your life after you visit this bloodiest quarter mile in American history around the Columbia pike and Carter House and 2000+ men killed outright.

[@horizon42q]

Excellent video! Trace Adkins & Eric & Joe Cool.

[@Jess-bs2jw]

Holy heck This was great Thanks Gary and friends If only more people knew history… Efforts like this can help

[@Stew-kv8nw]

I’m proud to be an ABT member and donater … Trace Adkins….

[@JasonAlexander-uz4ns]

Thanks guys fantastic video wow that farm office with the bullet holes wow just wow what a sight . Good questions Mr Atkins .

[@jeffbrewer8810]

Firstly, salute to Franklin Battlefield Trust! You guys have/are doing an incredible job at reclamation. I had people in the 31st Mississippi on the right. Their sacrifice is better remembered through the preservation efforts here. Thank you. Secondly, Trace Adkins, you should come to Shiloh with us and hang out with a bunch of Mississippians as we tour that battlefield. The 15th Mississippi was in Breckenridge’s Corps. My ancestors were in the Third Mississippi Battalion as part of Hardee’s Corp. I promise we won’t ask you to hold a rifle used to try and kill your grandfather. Note to curators…It’s more than stale academics to us Southerners. Just say’n. Anyway, great video and once again, great work at Franklin.

[@mlbolts72]

New subscriber . Love this US history 🤠🇺🇸

[@offthetrail7339]

I love my Henry rifles, that’s awesome.

[@kevinhart8339]

Gary at his best here folks. He's a national treasure that should be preserved

[@b.l.6299]

God bless you all. ❤

[@michaelriley2905]

Wonderful job guys

[@bigreed67]

Excellent video! I also highly recommend Mr. Jacobson's book on Spring Hill and Franklin titled "For Cause & For Country." It is by far the most detailed book on the Battle of Franklin that I have read.

[@bdpage2023]

Kudos to Franklin Battlefield Trust for being a model for preservation here. Wish other communities had equal wealth to do what the Trust did. Williamson Co. has the best eclectic Native American & Civil War hx in Middle TN.

[@gale212]

Great to see the park expanding!!!

[@avenaoat]

This battle was that battle where the Southern unionists did lion part of the Union victory from Kentucky, Missouri and YES FROM Tenneessee! The total green Missouri 44th regiment's role was one of the most important key moment in this battle!

[@nathanfisher1826]

Thank you

[@ToddP]

Very important video. I am ashamed that I have never been to Franklin. Good stuff.

[@williammacdonald3173]

Looks like yall are doing good in preservation. At Franklin and are doing good at reserving the developments

[@randyrobinson8751]

That had to of been hell on earth. When you see a building swiss chessed with bullet holes, it gives one the chills.

[@nathanappleby5342]

Hood was a fool to launch those deadly frontal assaults like Burnside did at Fredericksburg which resulted in thousands of unnecessary casualties. The American Battlefield Trust has done well keeping battlefields preserved to be remembered for generations to come. Those men and fields must not be forgotten.

[@Hugh-nr5sx]

Fascinating to see the Henry rifle.. first thing that struck me was its austerity construction.

[@NPB0067]

My favorite battlefield next to Antietam! Don’t neglect Carnton plantation. 👍🏻❤️

[@RuthHernandez-ce2po]

My great great grandfather was with the 10th Kansas infantry at Franklin.

[@borowland5744]

I am planning on visiting in the next couple of weeks. I have a question, "for anyone." My GG Grandfather fought with the Mississippi 7th Company I, and he was at Franklin. Where on earth was his unit at on the battlefield? I have looked through tons of maps, but they only mention significant ranked individuals.

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

They were in sharp’s brigade which attacked west of the Carter house around 7pm. Look late on this map. www.battlefields.org/learn/maps/franklin-animated-map

[@johnresto1603]

Maybe contact the Franklin trust for some help. They have a historian who could probably help.

[@borowland5744]

@johnresto1603 Thanks! I just found out. My GG Grandfather was under Sharpe's command at Franklin. "I may have misspelled the name."

[@dougthomas1582]

Trace. Love yo brother.

[@melvinbullock3392]

My great great grandfather Robert Samuel Johnson Bullock fought with the 4th Mississippi Calvary at Franklin

[@archibaldmccutcheon5884]

Hood was a demon as a Corp commander. As a Army commander he was a vindictive angry out of his element broken man. Was a sad and devastating day for the Army of Tennessee. Cleburne was a catastrophic loss to the cause!

[@karlheinzvonkroemann2217]

Spring Hill destroyed that whatever chance Hood's campaign had of doing a lot of damage in Tennessee. Hood gets pounded for being a bad general but as a Brigade and Division commander he was in his element and among the best in either Army. Corps command ability we'll really never know. What happened after Spring Hill nobody on this planet has been able to discern. Like me I believe most of us are just left shaking our heads, thinking if this was really the John Bell Hood of Gaines Mills?

[@silvermine2033]

An extra comment to help boost the KZbin algorithm!

[@pimhoff]

I can’t wait to go back after the warehouse goes away.

[@DeepRiverAsheville]

We used to live about 25 minutes from the Carter House and have walked the Franklin Battlefield several times, but we moved to Asheville in 2003 so we’re thrilled to see the reclamation grow. We can’t remember if the Carter Family owned slaves, and if so, what happened to them after the Battle?

[@Hugh-nr5sx]

Oh wow. Battle of Franklin was exactly 10 years before the birth of Winston Churchill.!

[@artbagley1406]

Speaking of battlefield resurrection: look at all those phone/cable/electric lines drooping between poles in the background! Next ABT project at Franklin?

[@SeanSmith-qt8xd]

So sad I couldn’t make it for the anniversary this year 😭

[@jackburgess9482]

I love the fact that so many people are working hard to preserve our history and having so much success against the cancel culture. I've been working on the civil war history of my area and locating camps and sites so i can document them. 99.5 % of the sites I've located has been on private property and with permission of the owners. Many of the relics i have foun are going on display at our County Courthouse and more in our new 911 dispatch center for everyone to see. I'm also involved in our new County Historical Society and we're hoping to raise enough mone in the next few years to purchase or build a building to open a museum, the prior historical society disolved, the museum building was sold off and the artifacts were given to the library, so we're pretty much starting from scratch. It's a long slow process but we're gaining on it.

[@jeffadams9807]

My Great, Great Grandfather Was Confederate Gen. John Adams, He Died On Nov 30th, 1864 Leading The Charge On The Right Flank At Franklin...

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

😮

[@louiezenti8631]

Seeing the ground without modern buildings is good. Being able to walk the ground better. The next step should be to return a small portion of the Federal breastworks to their appearance on that day. This in my opinion would be an important step in helping the public understand the how and why of the carnage.

[@davidfolts5893]

Major General Patrick Cleburne, the Stonewall of the West, lost his life at the battle, and General Hood one of his most important generals. As General Lee said, Hood was missing the fox part of being a commander.

[@randyrobinson8751]

People think Gettysburg, this was equivalent of traumatic

[@JEFFREYcjones-xg2cy]

This tour was fantastic...I watched it today 11-30-2024...Is there an animated battle of FRANKLIN available to watch?..I was a re-enactor with the 24th Michigan Regt. of Volunteers...so our Civil War means a great deal to me.

[@steveteele2708]

I felt “real” at Gettysburg!

[@crippledcrow2384]

I agree with Chase, that Henry wasn't fair. 😊 no Yankees in my attic either.

[@Messier87_M87]

Now if we can only get the 160 confederate monuments that were taken down, put back into their respective places. This is part of our country’s history. We need to persevere history, and continue to educate future generations, so history does not repeat itself.

[@hennievangalen3789]

Seems a gathering if the handwavers

[@claynpendleton]

Love the channel and the great artifacts shared. As a museum professional, I am just a little curious why cotton gloves weren't worn while handling the pistol. I know it's a bit anal retentive, but I found the handling a bit too casual. Otherwise, loved the stories and the preservation of the house....the blood stains gave me shivers!

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

We just go by whatever the curator's preference is at each site. We've done a lot of artifact videos and I'd say it's about 50/50 for gloves vs. no gloves. Glad you enjoyed.

[@Hugh-nr5sx]

Carter house is as amazing as Alton Parish Church the the bullet holes from the English Civil War.

[@singleoakfarm1024]

Just like interstate 81 running right through New Market battle field.

[@richardh.5404]

I-75 runs right through Resaca

[@russelllane7295]

my ancestor John Lanier of the 29th Georgia was killed here. berried in the McGavock cemetery. Special place.

[@JefferyMckay-qy8tc]

Ive seen and lived through seven pines and cold harbor. My dreams end when i get hit in the shoulder on a hot day and passed

[@Gitarzan66]

Next to Trace Garry looks like a dang ole Hobbit.

[@russelllane7551]

My cousin John Lanier of the 29th Georgia infantry died here. Burried in the McGavok Cemetery. Special place.

[@gregdavis19]

Yes, Jefferson Davis is a relative to me.

[@Daina1278]

Most likely a July 2025 visit for me.

[@crippledcrow2384]

Schofield should have been tried for war crimes committed in Western Missouri. Absolutely tragic conduct there under his authority. Murders, arson, and thief of livestock and property.

[@JoshMcGavic-xg3ts]

McGavock

[@DavidDotson-lo6rp]

There was not a battle of Spring Hill, it was a skirmish.

[@josephricci382]

Tell that to the guys that were there.

[@gregdavis19]

The owner of that building/ land is raking the trust over the coals, because he knows how bad the trust wants it.

[@outdoorlife-j4h]

That might help explain why that building at the battlefield is FULL of HOLES. I was thinking it was cool and how I was glad I wasn't there that day.

[@DavidDotson-lo6rp]

No disrespect for those who stood and fought. Just calling it what it was a skirmish, a lively nighttime engagement. How differently the outcome of the battle of Franklin would have been if Gen. Hood had awakened and dispatched orders.

[@Anon1913]

Race she's game

[@budmetcalf3888]

You guys do a great job however you talk too darn fast!!! It really hard to understand what you’re saying . Talk like Trace !!!!

[@davidfolts5893]

Excellent suggestion. It's like listening to a podcast at 2x speed. The learning is made worse.

[@user-mc4sq3fk5d]

Eric Jacobson runs a preservation video like I wish Gary A would. Focus on the challenge, what they did to overcome, and what is next. Eric is a realist where as Gary too often tries to paint too rosy a picture. If you want support then dhow the people what happened without it ( in the past) and what their contributions could help undo and preserve. A perfect opportunity was at the Wagner defense site. Instead of saying, well golly we are trying to save land. Be more authoritative and say doesn’t that She’ll gas station look out of place and terrible? Well let’s do something about it. Not sure Gary understands selling the realistic marketing needed to gather support.

[@jeffokkonen3149]

I used to watch a lot of ABT videos. ..but this announcer is too hyper and flippant for my taste. I preferred the calmer demeanor of previous videos.

[@AmericanBattlefieldTrust]

Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate it.