The General and The Texas: A Pictorial History of the Andrews Raid, April 12, 1862
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| Rating | : | 4.71 (534 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1575100606 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-24 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"A Unique part of Civil War History" according to Michael L. Kuk. I almost did not purchase this book, as I figured, how exciting could a book of photos tell a story? I was wrong, and after reading the book, I have re-read it several times as there is a fantastic amount of historical information. This is an excellant work of combining photos and true accounts. You won't be disappointed!. Outstanding! Lyle Lamboley This book is probably the most concentrated source of material on the Great Locomotive Chase that I have ever seen, and yet is presented in a highly readable format. Mr. Bogle has provided an impressive array of data on both engines and many rare photos of them from the 19th century up until today, as well as a prodigious amount on the participants themselves. . "Interesting book l" according to Allan Edgar Hadley. Living in Georgia where chase took place, combined with interest in the Civil War, makes this book very interesting showing sites then and now with description of chase.
One of the most famous commando-type raids of the Civil War comes to life! Twenty Union soldiers and two civilians hijacked a train. Their mission - to head north and destroy bridges, rails and rolling stock on the Western & Atlantic Railroad connecting Atlanta and Chattanooga. As the Raiders headed north, Confederates commandeered several engines, including the "Texas," and the great locomotive chase was on.