Wash Roebling's War: Being a Selection from the Unpublished Civil War Letters of Washington Augustus Roebling

By Washington Augustus Roebling

Book Overview

Wash Roebling's War is a book that compiles a selection of previously unpublished letters written by Washington Augustus Roebling during the American Civil War. Roebling was a young engineer who later became famous for designing and overseeing the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. The letters in this book provide a unique perspective on the war, as they offer a firsthand account of the experiences of a Union soldier who was also an engineer.The book is divided into chapters that correspond to different periods of the war, and each chapter includes an introduction that provides context for the letters. The letters themselves are arranged chronologically within each chapter, and they cover a wide range of topics, including battles, camp life, and personal reflections on the war.Through his letters, Roebling emerges as a thoughtful and observant young man who is deeply committed to the Union cause. He writes eloquently about the horrors of war, but also about the camaraderie and sense of purpose that he and his fellow soldiers share. He also writes about his work as an engineer, including his efforts to build bridges and other structures to support the Union army.Overall, Wash Roebling's War is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on the American Civil War. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in history, engineering, or the experiences of soldiers during wartime.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258502674
• ISBN13: 9781258502676
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"