Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of the Andrews Raid, also known as The Great Locomotive Chase, is a historical account of one of the most daring and audacious missions of the American Civil War. Written by John Franklin Bair and first published in 1898, the book chronicles the events of April 12, 1862, when a group of Union soldiers led by James J. Andrews stole a locomotive called the General and attempted to destroy railroad tracks and bridges in Georgia.The book provides a detailed narrative of the raid, from the planning stages to the dramatic chase and eventual capture of the raiders. Bair draws on a variety of primary sources, including official reports, letters, and diaries, to reconstruct the events of that day and provide insight into the motivations and actions of the participants.In addition to the main story, the book also includes a detailed history of the Andrews Raid and its aftermath, including the trials and executions of the raiders, as well as the impact of the mission on the war effort.Overall, The Story of the Andrews Raid is a gripping and informative account of one of the most daring and unusual missions of the Civil War, and a testament to the bravery and ingenuity of those who fought in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
