Notes On Railroad Accidents (1879)

By Charles Francis Adams Jr. and Charles Francis Adams

Book Overview

""Notes on Railroad Accidents"" is a historical book written by Charles Francis Adams, which was first published in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the various accidents that occurred on American railroads during the 19th century. The author, who was a prominent historian and a former president of the Union Pacific Railroad, provides a comprehensive analysis of the causes and effects of these accidents.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular type of accident. The chapters cover topics such as derailments, collisions, fires, and explosions. The author provides detailed descriptions of each accident, including the location, date, and number of casualties. He also examines the factors that contributed to each accident, such as faulty equipment, human error, and weather conditions.In addition to his analysis of the accidents themselves, Adams also discusses the legal and regulatory framework surrounding railroad safety during this period. He examines the role of government agencies and private organizations in promoting safety on the railroads, as well as the impact of public opinion on the industry.Overall, ""Notes on Railroad Accidents"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American railroads or the development of safety regulations in the transportation industry. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the dangers and challenges faced by early railroad workers and passengers, and offers insights into the efforts made to improve safety on the nation's railways.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164903896
• ISBN13: 9781164903895
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"