Description

Daring and Suffering: A History of the Great Railroad Adventure is a historical book written by William Pittenger. The book is a firsthand account of the Great Locomotive Chase that occurred during the American Civil War. The story follows a group of Union soldiers who embarked on a daring mission to steal a Confederate locomotive and destroy the railway lines in Georgia. Pittenger, who was one of the soldiers involved in the mission, provides a detailed account of the planning, execution, and aftermath of the daring raid. The book also includes descriptions of the hardships and suffering endured by the soldiers during their journey. The Great Locomotive Chase was a significant event during the Civil War and is often regarded as one of the most daring and audacious military operations in American history. Pittenger's book offers a unique perspective on the event and provides readers with an exciting and informative account of this incredible adventure.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.