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War lias a secret as well as a public story. Mai!hea aiul battles are open to the popular gaze; but enterprises of another class arc in their very nature secret, .and these are scarcely less important and often much .more interesting than the former. The work of spies and scouts, the enterprises that roach beyond the lines of Fan army for the purpose of sur)ri.se, the councils of officers, the intrigues by means of which great results often flow from apparently insignificant causes, and all the experiences of hospitals and prisons, these usually fill but a small place on the historians page, though they are often of romantic interest, and not unfroquently deIcide the course and fate of armies. The enterprise de scribed in these pages possesses all the unity of a drama, from the first plunge of the actors into the heart of the enemys country, through all their adventures and changing fortunes, until the few survivors stood once more under the old flag! No single story of the war I combines so many of the hidden, underground elements of the contest against rebellion as this. Disguise and Becrecy, the perils of a forlorn ho)e, the exultation of almost miraculous success, the suilerings of prisoners, and tlie gloom of despair are all mingled in a varied Land instructive war-picture.
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One of the most thrilling and unusual missions in the American Civil War is told in detail in the account by William Pittenger, one of the participants. The mission? To disrupt rail communications in the Confederacy. And along the way...steal a locomotive. This fast-paced, well-written story is a true as the good (later) Reverend Pittenger could write it. The tale needed no embellishment because the facts alone are incredible. Later captured, sentenced to die, and held in appalling conditions in Confederate prisons, Pittenger also relates the story of his and his comrades' survival, escape, and eventual repatriation.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the daring mission of 23 Union soldiers that ventured into the heart of the Confederacy during the Civil War. Led by a civilian scout and spy named James J. Andrews, these men disguised themselves as Confederate sympathizers and embarked on a dangerous journey to seize a locomotive and burn vital railroad bridges, disrupting Confederate supply lines and communications. The book places this mission within the broader context of the Civil War, shedding light on the strategies and tactics employed by both sides. It explores the risks and sacrifices made by the soldiers involved, highlighting their courage and determination in the face of overwhelming odds. The book delves into the complexities of guerrilla warfare and espionage, examining the ethical dilemmas and moral ambiguities that arose. It raises questions about the nature of loyalty, betrayal, and the lengths to which individuals are willing to go in times of conflict. Ultimately, this book is a testament to the power of courage, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. It offers a unique perspective on the Civil War, providing insights into the strategies, tactics, and sacrifices that shaped its outcome. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331563242_0
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