Battle of Franklin Quiz

What was John Bell Hood's objective in late November 1864?

• To advance towards and into Nashville

• To retreat to a safer location

• To negotiate peace with the Union

• To fortify positions in Franklin

Where was the fighting particularly intense during the Battle of Franklin?

• At the Union headquarters

• In the city of Nashville

• Near the Carter House and Columbia Turnpike

• Along the Mississippi River

What has been a significant focus of the preservation efforts at the Franklin battlefield?

• Building new monuments

• Reclaiming lost portions of the battlefield

• Organizing annual reenactments

• Establishing a museum

What is the main obstacle mentioned that affects the historical view from the Carter House?

• A new highway

• A modern building

• A shopping mall

• A large tree

What is the call to action for the public regarding the Franklin battlefield?

• To visit the battlefield

• To donate and support preservation efforts

• To volunteer for guided tours

• To write articles about the battle