The Lotz House Releases New Edition of Lotz Family Book
FRANKLIN, TN. – The Lotz House has released the third edition of its book: The Lotz Family, Survivors of the Battle of Franklin. The book, co-authored by J.T. Thompson and Robert Z. Carlisle II, tells the story of the Lotz Family and their experiences with success, tragedy, heartbreak and war.
“Since our last issue, we have unearthed more information, photos and stories about the Lotz family through artifacts found in and around the home and cellar and our incredible visitors who come from all over the country,” said Lotz House Executive Director, J.T. Thompson. “Robert Carlisle’s hard work and dedication to carrying on the Lotz family’s history is outstanding and something to be celebrated.”
Some of the additions to the updated version include: 21 new photographs, a complete listing of Matilda Lotz’s new paintings and her paintings accepted by the Paris Salon between 1882 and 1886, a chapter on the life of Capt. Thomas Jefferson Carothers and additional information on Williamson County pioneer Robert G. Buchanan.
Lotz House Genealogist, Robert Z. Carlisle II adds, “I am pleased to have been asked to do the research and writing for the book’s historical updates and additions. I am most proud of the compilation of the stories surrounding Franklin pioneers Capt. Thomas Jefferson Carothers and Robert G. Buchanan. The research on these men, as well as Johann Albert Lotz and their families, makes for a never-ending adventure in genealogy.”
The foreword, written by Civil War historian Thomas Y. Cartwright, describes the book as, “an opportunity to learn about a creative and resilient family that withstood the trials and tribulations of life to leave a legacy that will stand the test of time.”
The book costs $19.99 and will be available at the Lotz House gift shop and online at www.lotzhouse.com. For more information, call 615-790-7190 or visit www.lotzhouse.com.
About the Lotz House:
The Lotz House, which has been on the National Historic Register since 1976, is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin, Tennessee at the “epicenter” of the Battle of Franklin, which was a pivotal battle in the Civil War on November 30, 1864. The house is open Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 – 4 p.m. Admission charged. The Lotz House is located at 1111 Columbia Ave. For more information, call 615-790-7190 or visit www.lotzhouse.com.
