August 1896
Events that took place in Fairfax County in August, 1896:
- August 15 – The Chesapeake and Ohio train number 3, known as the 'Flying Fast Virginian" or "F. F. V", is derailed shortly after midnight by being diverted onto the spur near the Ravensworth Station in a failed robbery attempt. Following the crash, the foiled robbers shoot at the flagman, Muscoe, and flee.[1][2][3]
References
- ↑ "WRECK ON THE C. & O." The Washington Post (1877-1922): 1. Aug 15 1896. ProQuest. Web. 19 Feb. 2017.
- ↑ "A Tragedy Narrowly Averted" The Roanoke Daily Times.:1 (Roanoke, Va.), 16 Aug. 1896. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress. 19 Feb. 2017.
- ↑ "Indignation in Virginia" The Evening Star.:10 (Washington, D.C.), 17 Aug. 1896. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress. 19 Feb. 2017.
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