Michael F.
11/24/2018
Running over the Jamaica North Trail is an abandoned train trestle which marks the site of the 9 Aug 1894 Rock Island train derailment. The crash and massive fire resulted in the deaths of eleven...
Rock Island Wreck Site, 1894
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Lincoln, NE 68501
Rock Island Wreck Site, 1894 is a historical landmark located in Lincoln, Nebraska. This site commemorates the tragic 1894 Rock Island railroad wreck, where a locomotive and two passenger cars were derailed, resulting in the loss of eleven lives. The incident was ruled as sabotage, with evidence suggesting that a 400-foot trestle had been purposely damaged. Despite the arrest and trial of a local man for second-degree murder, doubts remain about his guilt. This site serves as a reminder of one of the worst cases of mass murder in Nebraska's history.
The Rock Island Wreck Site, 1894 offers visitors a glimpse into the past, allowing them to explore the aftermath of the devastating train crash. The wreckage and remnants of the trestle serve as a haunting reminder of the lives lost and the impact of this act of sabotage. As visitors walk through Wilderness Park, they can reflect on the events that unfolded on that fateful day in 1894 and contemplate the unresolved questions surrounding this tragic incident.
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