The Battle of Franklin took place on November 30, 1864, during the American Civil War. It was fought in Franklin, Tennessee, between the forces of the Union, led by John Schofield, and the Confederate army under John Bell Hood. The battle was part of the larger Franklin-Nashville Campaign and resulted in a significant defeat for the Confederates, who suffered heavy casualties. The Union forces successfully defended their positions, utilizing strong fortifications and strategic tactics. The battle marked a turning point in the campaign, leading to the eventual retreat of Hood's army and contributing to the decline of the Confederate war effort in the western theater.