Framed The Battle of Franklin by Kurz and Allison

The Battle of Franklin by Kurz and Allison dramatizes the fierce clash of November 30, 1864, during the American Civil War, one of the bloodiest battles of the Western Theater. True to the publishers’ style, the print emphasizes color, action, and patriotic sentiment over strict historical accuracy. The scene is densely packed with Union and Confederate soldiers in hand-to-hand combat, muskets firing, cannons blazing, and flags waving amid smoke and chaos. Union troops are depicted as disciplined and resolute, while Confederate forces appear valiant but ultimately overwhelmed. The image highlights the drama of the desperate Confederate assaults against fortified Union positions, which historically resulted in devastating Southern losses, including the deaths of several Confederate generals.