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Article: Three Civil War battlefields to see near Nashville: Stones River, Franklin and Nashville saw a great deal of bloodshed during this divisive war. Here's a look at some of the remaining landmarks.
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- VFW Magazine
- Article date:
- June 1, 2002
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America's South is rich in history. The Civil War divided the country, and battle scars scattered about the southern states tell the story best. From Stones River to the Battle of Franklin, Tennessee saw more than its fair share of the bloody war. Landmarks and monuments dot the landscape to serve as reminders of the bitter conflict.
If you're heading to Nashville for VFW's 103rd National Convention, be sure to visit some of these historic sites. If the convention isn't on your summer agenda, planning a future trip to Tennessee would be worth the time.
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