The Dispatch: The Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust

BONUS EPISODE: Dreaming of What Was, pt. 2

In this BONUS EPISODE of TENN in 20, listen to hosts Brad and Sarah continue discussing the post-war history of Carnton with veteran historical interpreters James and Beth! Make sure you listen to last week's episode as well!

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Dreaming of What Was: The Post-War History of Carnton

Over the last few episodes, we have discussed the lives of John and Carrie McGavock, the story of the Battle of Franklin, and the formation of the McGavock Confederate Cemetery. But the house itself existed for years after the McGavocks, before it became an historic site.

This week, hosts Brad and Sarah sit down with long-time Carnton tour guides James and Beth, and discuss the post-war history of Carnton!

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Much More for the Living: The McGavock Confederate Cemetery

Over the last couple episodes we have discussed the lives of Carrie and John McGavock, and told the story of their home being taken over and used as a Confederate field hospital during the Battle of Franklin. 

This week, we are continuing the story by discussing the aftermath of the battle and the formation of the McGavock Confederate Cemetery. Joining us this week is historian and Battle of Franklin Trust CEO Eric Jacobson. 

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A Lady of the South: Carrie McGavock and the Battle of Franklin

Caroline Winder McGavock, known as Carrie, was the woman of the house at Carnton during the Civil War. On the evening of November 30, 1864, her house was taken over and used as a Confederate field hospital during the Battle of Franklin.

This week, join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah as they discuss the life of Carrie McGavock and her experience during and after the Battle of Franklin.

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A Colonel of Truth: John McGavock and the Push Toward War

Col. John McGavock was a wealthy and influential businessman and slave owner, a close associate of the first two presidents from Tennessee, and the owner of Carnton during the Civil War. 

This week, join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah as they discuss John McGavock's life and his involvement in the movement that pushed the United States toward war.

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TENN in 20 Winter Update!!

Just a quick update on what we're up to this Winter! 

 

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Freedom Spring: African American Soldiers in the Civil War

By the end of the Civil War roughly 180,000 African American men, many of them former slaves, were soldiers in the United States Army. These USCT (United States Colored Troops) soldiers made up approximately 10% of the entire United States armed force.

This week on "TENN in 20," join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah as they interview Kurt Vetters, author of the books Confederate Winter and Freedom Spring, on the topic of these men who truly fought for their freedom.

Love of Adventure: Francis Watkins Carter and His Search for Purpose

Francis Watkins Carter was the youngest son of Fountain Branch and Polly Carter. He grew up in the Carter House in Franklin, TN, but his life's journey brought him through some of the roughest fighting of the Civil War, then to South America, and finally to the western American frontier.

This week on "TENN in 20: Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust," join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah as they discuss the life of "Wad" Carter, and how his story is representative of so many other young men in his generation. 

She Gave Her Life For Others: Finding Josie, pt. 2

Josie Wells was a prominent African American doctor in Tennessee in the early 20th Century. She worked to provide health care for women and children, particularly for those in the African American community who were unable to find quality care elsewhere. She did these things in the midst of the Jim Crow Era, a time of legal segregation and disenfranchisement for African Americans.

This week on "TENN in 20: Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust," join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah, along with special guest Kristi, as they discuss the life of Josie Wells! This is the second part of a two part series; make sure to check out part one!

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Forgetful of Self: Finding Josie, pt. 1

Josie Wells was a prominent African American doctor in Tennessee in the early 20th Century. She worked to provide health care for women and children, particularly for those in the African American community who were unable to find quality care elsewhere. She did these things in the midst of the Jim Crow Era, a time of legal segregation and disenfranchisement for African Americans.

This week on "TENN in 20: Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust," join hosts and historical enthusiasts Brad and Sarah, along with special guest Kristi, as they discuss the life of Josie Wells! This is the first part of a two part series; stay tuned in two weeks for part two!