Battle of Franklin Trust: Preserving Tennessee’s Civil War History. The Battle of Franklin Trust is a nonprofit organization committed to preserving and interpreting the Civil War history of Franklin and Spring Hill, Tennessee. It oversees three key historic sites-Carnton, Carter House, and Rippa Villa-all of which played pivotal roles in the Battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864. Together, these locations provide a comprehensive view of the Civil War’s impact on local communities, soldiers, and families.