The Great North Western Conspiracy in All Its Startling Details - Hardcover

by I. Windslow Ayer (Author)

""The Great North Western Conspiracy In All Its Startling Details"" is a historical book written by I. Windslow Ayer. The book delves into the events leading up to and during the American Civil War, specifically focusing on the alleged conspiracy by the Great North Western Railroad to aid the Confederacy. Ayer provides a detailed account of the various individuals and organizations involved in the conspiracy, including railroad executives, politicians, and Confederate agents. The book also explores the role of espionage and sabotage in the conspiracy, as well as the efforts of Union officials to uncover and thwart the plot. Through a combination of primary sources and personal accounts, Ayer paints a vivid picture of the complex web of alliances and betrayals that characterized this little-known aspect of Civil War history. Overall, ""The Great North Western Conspiracy In All Its Startling Details"" offers a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known aspect of the Civil War and sheds light on the political and economic forces at play during this tumultuous time in American history.Full title: THE GREAT NORTH-WESTERN CONSPIRACY IN ALL ITS STARTLING DETAILS. The Plot to plunder and burn Chicago--Release of all Rebel prisoners--Seizure of arsenals--Raids from Canada--Plot to burn New York--Piracy on the Lakes--Parts for the Sons of Liberty--Trial of Chicago conspirators--Inside views of the Temples of the Sons of Liberty--Names of prominent members.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.