Chalkboard History: The Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust

The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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Tour Guide Talk is back with Bill, David, and Joseph! Join the Dispatch hosts as they discuss the life and times of Generals John Bell Hood and John Schofield. For all their similarities, Bill, David, and Joseph, dismantle the legends and lore that cloud our visions of the two leaders and they delve into the "Duel of the Johns." Be sure to Like and Subscribe to The Dispatch: The Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust. 

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In this episode, Joseph Ricci and Eric Jacobson examine the November 29, 1864 clash at Spring Hill. The episode highlights how what became a missed opportunity for the Confederacy shaped the fate of the subsequent Battle of Franklin, and why Spring Hill matters beyond its minor casualties.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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In episode 4, Shelia Mullican and Eric Jacobson take a hard look at how Abraham Lincoln has been judged in history - as savior, liberator, … or tyrant. They examine criticisms of his wartime policies, question myths and memories around his legacy, and reflect on how public memory shapes our understanding of the Civil War.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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In this episode, Kristi Farrow and Eric Jacobson from The Battle of Franklin Trust dig into the identity behind the name Nathan Perkins - a man whose story reveals surprising connections to the Cheairs family. This episode honors unnamed lives, challenges assumptions, and offers a more inclusive, honest history of the war’s aftermath.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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Join Joseph, Bill, and Assistant Curator Bailey Lawrence for this bonus episode of Tour Guide Talk.

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In today's episode, Joseph and Eric share the Civil War sites they love most, why these places matter, and how visiting them brings history to life. From well-known battlefields to lesser-visited corners across Tennessee and beyond.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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In Episode 3 of Chalkboard History, Joseph Ricci and Eric Jacobson unpack wartime legends, ghost-stories, and family histories passed through generations. Learn how folklore intersects with fact, why certain myths persist, and how public historians work to tell fuller, more truthful stories about the past - and why it matters to remember the real lives behind the names.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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Join Joseph, Bill, and David for an episode of Tour Guide Talk. The Civil War is one of the most widely written about historical events, but what are our favorite books? Listen to find out! 

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Check out our YouTube video with Joseph and CEO and Historian Eric Jacobson as they discuss some other titles: https://youtu.be/x9QgcI5bjMs

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Join Joseph Ricci and Eric Jacobson for Episode 2 of Chalkboard History as we dive into the leadership of the Army of Tennessee. Discover the key figures who shaped the Confederate army’s decisions, examine their successes and failures, and explore how command dynamics influenced the course of the Western Theater.

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The mission of the Battle of Franklin Trust is to preserve, understand, and interpret the story of a people forever impacted by the American Civil War.

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