Greek Influence

Historical marker location:

44 South 2nd Street, Memphis, Tennessee

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of South 2nd Street (State Highway 14) and Monroe Avenue, on the left when traveling north.)

Marker installed: 2003

The famous Battle of Franklin during the Civil War was one of the deadliest battles of the conflict. It took place on November 30, 1864, and resulted in over 8,000 casualties, including over 2,000 deaths.