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

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Chalkboard History: The Official Podcast of the Battle of Franklin Trust
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  • Chalkboard History: The Man Behind the March: William T. Sherman
    In this episode of Chalkboard History, Eric and Joseph dive into the life of William T. Sherman, the Union general whose bold strategies and relentless campaigns left an indelible mark on the Civil War and the South. Please like, subscribe, and comment to support 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. ⌲Website: www.boft.org ⌲Instagram: www.instagram.com/boft1864 ⌲Facebook: www.facebook.com/BOFT1864 ⌲Podcast: www.boftdispatch.podbean.com  
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  • Chalkboard History: The Legacy of "The Widow of the South"
    In episode 20, Joseph and Eric explore the history behind The Widow of the South and how the novel’s popularity helped shape tourism at Carnton for years to come. The episode highlights how individual stories, like that of Carrie McGavock, can influence the way we understand and connect with the past. Please like, subscribe, and comment to support The Battle of Franklin Trust and continue sharing important history. 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. ⌲Website: www.boft.org ⌲Instagram: www.instagram.com/boft1864 ⌲Facebook: www.facebook.com/BOFT1864 ⌲Podcast: www.boftdispatch.podbean.com
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  • Chalkboard History: Why Don't Young People Care About the Civil War? Pt. 2
    In a second episode dedicated to the topic, Jeff and Eric explore why many younger people seem disconnected from the history of the Civil War, according to the popular trope in public history. They reflect on how changing education, cultural shifts, and present-day priorities influence whether younger generations find the war relevant, and consider what those trends mean for preserving collective memory of this pivotal period. Please like, subscribe, and comment to support The Battle of Franklin Trust and continue sharing important history. 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. ⌲Website: www.boft.org ⌲Instagram: www.instagram.com/boft1864 ⌲Facebook: www.facebook.com/BOFT1864 ⌲Podcast: www.boftdispatch.podbean.com
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  • Chalkboard History: Why Don't Young People Care About the Civil War? Pt. 1
    In this episode, Bella Coyne and Eric Jacobson examine a familiar question in public history: why do younger people seem disengaged from the Civil War? They consider the roles of changing education, cultural shifts, historical distance, and modern priorities, while also challenging this assumption, arguing that many young people aren’t uninterested at all, but instead engage with history in different and often deeper ways than previous generations. Please like, subscribe, and comment to support The Battle of Franklin Trust and continue sharing important history. 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. ⌲Website: www.boft.org ⌲Instagram: www.instagram.com/boft1864 ⌲Facebook: www.facebook.com/BOFT1864 ⌲Podcast: www.boftdispatch.podbean.com
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  • Chalkboard History: Who was Tod Carter?
    In today's episode, Joseph and Eric explore the life and legacy of Tod Carter, a Franklin native whose story has become one of the most well-known human narratives tied to the Battle of Franklin. They discuss who he was, why his experience is remembered, and how his story helps visitors connect more personally with the history of the battlefield and the Carter House today. Please like, subscribe, and comment to support The Battle of Franklin Trust and continue sharing important history. 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. ⌲Website: www.boft.org ⌲Instagram: www.instagram.com/boft1864 ⌲Facebook: www.facebook.com/BOFT1864 ⌲Podcast: www.boftdispatch.podbean.com  
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A history podcast brought to you by 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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