Wreck: Canada's Worst Railway Accidents - Halliday, Hugh A.

As New; This intriguing book looks at the 30 worst railway accidents in Canada. The earliest took place in 1854 when a Great Western express collided with a work train in a remote area near Chatham, ON, and the most recent was the Hinton disaster in AB in 1986. Halliday not only explains how each accident happened but also how it reflected railroad practices of the time, how railroading changed as a result, and what the legal aftermath was. This is a fascinating piece of Canadiana and a must for anyone interested in railway history. It is illustrated with photos, newspaper headlines and maps.
As New
Soft cover
Robin Brass Studio
1997
Toronto, ON