Roper's Knob Fortifications, Franklin
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Roper's Knob Fortifications were constructed by Union Army forces between February and May 1863 in Franklin, Tennessee. According to Tennessee Archaeology, "Roper's Knob served as part of a chain of signal stations that provided a communications link from Franklin to Murfreesboro. Additionally the knob had a large redoubt capable of holding four large artillery pieces, a blockhouse, cisterns, and a magazine... " ()
Built: 1863 (161 years ago)Coordinates: 35°56'32"N, 86°50'33"W
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Central FranklinFranklin
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Roper's Knob Fortifications – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Fort Granger, Nashville Tennessee Temple, Boiler Room Theatre, Alpheus Truett House.