Franklin in Simpson County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
"War Clouds"
1860-1864
Confederate guerillas raid an L&N freight train on an April morning in 1864. Nearby is Octagon Hall, an 8-sided brick home built by slaves. Both Rebel and Union troops camped on the grounds. The cupola was used by spies.
Erected 2013 by the Kentucky Department of Highways.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1864.
Location. 36° 40.059′ N, 86° 33.448′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Kentucky, in Simpson County. Marker is on Steele Road, 0.1 miles south of Nashville Road (U.S. 31W), on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 81 Steele Road, Franklin KY 42134, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. "Frontier Portraits" (here, next to this marker); "Duel at Sunrise" (here, next to this marker); "Bringing in the Sheaves" (here, next to this marker); "High Noon for a New Century" (a few steps from this marker); "Mule Day Afternoon" (a few steps from this marker); "School Days, School Days" (a few steps from this marker); "Drive-Time" (a few steps from this marker); Captain Thomas F. Mantell, Jr. (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Franklin.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 346 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 31, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.