Capturing a Locomotive

`Capturing a Locomotive` by William Pittenger offers a firsthand account of a daring Civil War raid. The book details the Andrews Raid, a Union Army operation t

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Capturing a Locomotive
`Capturing a Locomotive` by William Pittenger offers a firsthand account of a daring Civil War raid. The book details the Andrews Raid, a Union Army operation to cripple Confederate supply lines by seizing a train. Pittenger, a Union soldier, provides a vivid narrative of the mission`s planning, execution, and ultimate failure, revealing the courage, determination, and tactical decisions involved. This historical record presents a unique perspective on a pivotal event during the American Civil War. #CivilWar #History #Military #Trains #Union #Confederate #Adventure #Warfare