Battle of Franklin – Google interactive map

I have been working on a Google interactive map of the Battle of Franklin. It is still very much a work-in-progress but many users have found it very helpful.

There are lots of maps on the Battle of Franklin.net web site. Click here to see all of them. Print them off for assistance on your visit to the area.

 It shows:

• Troops positions and movement
• Contemporary photos of key structures
• Authentic photos of soldiers
• Original written accounts from soldiers and eyewitnesses

It is accessible at www.FranklinBattlefield.com

If you have a basic understanding of how to work with the Google Map software then you’ll find my map easy to use.

Battle of Franklin – Google Map – shows location of key individuals killed

One feature of the Google interactive map of the Battle of Franklin [found at:  http://www.franklinbattlefield.com] is that we identify the location where key indidviduals were killed or wounded during the action; for example, where Gen Patrick Cleburne was killed near the Carter cotton gin.

 

We also include some video on some content items. In the example of Cleburne, we have a brief video of historian Eric Jacobson talking about the charge that Cleburne was killed at during the battle.

Battle of Franklin – Google Map – shows location of key troop movements

Another feature of the Google interactive map of the Battle of Franklin [found at:  http://www.franklinbattlefield.com] is that we identify broad troop movements and one can see what units and regiments served under various brigade commanders.

We will also be linking specific regiments (e.g., 31st TN) to specific web sites that will help one learn more about that specific regiment.

Battle of Franklin – Google Map – shows location of historic landmarks and markers

Another feature of the Google interactive map of the Battle of Franklin [found at:  http://www.franklinbattlefield.com] is that we identify specific historic landmarks like buildings or markers one can see when visiting the battlefield. 

Many of the items will have historic or period photos or drawings, as well as contemporary photos.

Here’s an example of a historically preserved home that can be viewed on a personal tour of Franklin today.

Boxmere House, 909 West Main, Franklin, TN

Battle of Franklin – Google Map – shows location of artillery and fortifications

Another feature of the Google interactive map of the Battle of Franklin [found at:  http://www.franklinbattlefield.com] is that we identify positions of artillery and fortifcations.

Ft. Granger looking south.