Winstead Hill
United States historic place
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Winstead Hill is a property in Franklin, Tennessee that has significance in 1864 for being in the Second Battle of Franklin battlefield. It is located within the Franklin Battlefield, a U.S. National Historic Landmark area.[2]
Location2 mi. S of Franklin on U.S. 31, Franklin, Tennessee
Coordinates35°53′17″N 86°52′45″W
Area9.8 acres (4.0 ha)
Built1864
Winstead Hill | |
| Location | 2 mi. S of Franklin on U.S. 31, Franklin, Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°53′17″N 86°52′45″W |
| Area | 9.8 acres (4.0 ha) |
| Built | 1864 |
| NRHP reference No. | 74001930[1] |
| Added to NRHP | November 29, 1974 |
In the battle, Confederate troops under General Hood attacked from Winstead Hill.[2]
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.[1]
See also
- Carnton, also NRHP-listed in the battlefield
- Fountain Carter House, also NRHP-listed in the battlefield
- Fort Granger, also NRHP-listed in the battlefield