Modeling Civil War Railroads
This premium, full color guide illustrates the role railroads played in the American Civil War as seen through the modeling and photography of an award-winning modeler.
Product Details:
Title: Modeling Civil War Railroads: A Guide to Capturing History in Miniature
Author: Bernard Kempinski
Publisher: Artisan Rail Media
Format: ~120 Pages, Full Color
Price: $37.95 - Order Now and get special prepublication price of $32.95!!
Available: Fall 2026
Explores the differences between the rail networks of the North and South and how they directly impacted the course of the American Civil War. This all-new book is profusely illustrated and includes:
Historical details and illustrations of 1860s railroad infrastructure, engineering, and operations.
Locomotives and Rolling Stock: Showcasing colorful illustrations and historically accurate models of legendary steam locomotives, wooden cars, and specialized wartime rolling stock.
Layout and Diorama Ideas: Practical concepts for capturing sweeping historical scenes on your layout.
Inspirational Layouts: Civil War track plans and photos showcasing Civil War-era layouts featuring multiple themes, regions and scales.
In addition to its obvious appeal to rail enthusiasts, this museum-quality guide will also appeal to:
Military Historians: A rare, detailed 3D look at period settings, infrastructure, and logistics.
Wargamers and Miniaturists: Invaluable terrain, layout, and diorama tips in addition to figure painting techniques and gaming ideas.
