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1853 1856 Collection (#5)

"1853-1856: A Glimpse into the Crimean War Through the Lens of Roger Fenton" Step back in time to the tumultuous years of 1853-1856

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Dr. Marlow, 28th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign

Dr. Marlow, 28th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: William H. Russell, Esqr. the Times special correspondent, Crimean War, 1853-1856

William H. Russell, Esqr. the Times special correspondent, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: The 68th Regiment, winter dress, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

The 68th Regiment, winter dress, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Captain Lilley, field train, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign

Captain Lilley, field train, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant Gayner [i. e. Gaynor], 47th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Lieutenant Gayner [i. e. Gaynor], 47th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton
Lieutenant Gayner [i.e. Gaynor], 47th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Chasseur d Afrique - officer, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Chasseur d Afrique - officer, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Captain Verschoyle, Grenadier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Captain Verschoyle, Grenadier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Camp of the 5th Dragoons Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Camp of the 5th Dragoons Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Officers of the 71st Highlanders, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Officers of the 71st Highlanders, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Brigadier General Lockyer & two of his staff, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Brigadier General Lockyer & two of his staff, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Brigadier McPherson & officers of the 4th Division Captain Higham [i. e. Heigham]

Brigadier McPherson & officers of the 4th Division Captain Higham [i. e. Heigham]
Brigadier McPherson & officers of the 4th Division Captain Higham [i.e. Heigham], 17th Regiment; Captain Earle, Major of Brigade; Captain Croker, 17th Regiment; Captain Swire; Captain McPherson

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Quiet day in the Mortar Battery, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Quiet day in the Mortar Battery, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton
Quiet day in the " Mortar Battery", Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Cemetery on Cathcarts Hill - officers on the look-out, Crimean War, 1853-1856

Cemetery on Cathcarts Hill - officers on the look-out, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Captain Holder, Fusilier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Captain Holder, Fusilier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Military camp, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Military camp, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Balaklava, from Guards Hill, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Balaklava, from Guards Hill, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: A Zouave, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

A Zouave, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Captain Phillips & Lieutenant Yates, 8th Hussars, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Captain Phillips & Lieutenant Yates, 8th Hussars, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Private in full marching order, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Private in full marching order, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Camp of the 4th Dragoon Guards near Karyni, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Camp of the 4th Dragoon Guards near Karyni, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Camps on plateau before Sebastopol, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Camps on plateau before Sebastopol, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Men of the 68th Regiment in ordinary dress, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Men of the 68th Regiment in ordinary dress, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Ismail Pacha & Mr. Thompson of the Commissariat, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Ismail Pacha & Mr. Thompson of the Commissariat, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant General Sir Harry Jones & Staff, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Lieutenant General Sir Harry Jones & Staff, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Zouave & officer of the Saphis [i. e. Spahis], Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Zouave & officer of the Saphis [i. e. Spahis], Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton
Zouave & officer of the Saphis [i.e. Spahis], Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant General Sir John Campbell & Captain Hume, his aide-de-camp, the general

Lieutenant General Sir John Campbell & Captain Hume, his aide-de-camp, the general sitting, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Mr. Angel, postmaster, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Mr. Angel, postmaster, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: View of Balaklava, from camp of Fusilier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

View of Balaklava, from camp of Fusilier Guards, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Officers & men of the 89th Regiment Captain Hamley [i. e. Hawley], Captain Skynner

Officers & men of the 89th Regiment Captain Hamley [i. e. Hawley], Captain Skynner
Officers & men of the 89th Regiment Captain Hamley [i.e. Hawley], Captain Skynner, Major Egerton, Major Watson, Major Aylmer, & Captain Cuppage

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Colonel Shewell, C. B. commanding Hussar Brigade, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Colonel Shewell, C. B. commanding Hussar Brigade, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton
Colonel Shewell, C.B. commanding Hussar Brigade, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: The Honourable Major Cathcart, Dep. As. Adj. General to the Light Division, Crimean War

The Honourable Major Cathcart, Dep. As. Adj. General to the Light Division, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Ismail Pacha ordering his chibouque, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Ismail Pacha ordering his chibouque, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Landing place, railway stores, Balaklava, looking up the harbour, Crimean War, 1853-1856

Landing place, railway stores, Balaklava, looking up the harbour, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: View of the lines of Balaclava from Guards Hill; Canroberts Hill in the

View of the lines of Balaclava from Guards Hill; Canroberts Hill in the distance, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Balaclava looking seawards, the Commandants house in the foreground, Crimean War

Balaclava looking seawards, the Commandants house in the foreground, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Captain Walker, 30th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Captain Walker, 30th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Landing place, Ordnance Wharf, Balaklava, Genoese Castle, Crimean War, 1853-1856

Landing place, Ordnance Wharf, Balaklava, Genoese Castle, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Officers of the 89th Regiment at Cathcarts Hill, in winter dress, Captain Skynner

Officers of the 89th Regiment at Cathcarts Hill, in winter dress, Captain Skynner, Lieutenant Knatchbull, Captain Conyers, Lieutenant Longfield, Captain Hawley, Crimean War, 1853-1856

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Brigadier General Lord George Paget C. B. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Brigadier General Lord George Paget C. B. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic
Brigadier General Lord George Paget C.B. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Dr. Sutherland, Sanitary Commission, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Dr. Sutherland, Sanitary Commission, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant Colonel Clarke Kennedy A. D. C. to H. R. H. the Duke of Cambridge, Crimean War

Lieutenant Colonel Clarke Kennedy A. D. C. to H. R. H. the Duke of Cambridge, Crimean War
Lieutenant Colonel Clarke Kennedy A.D.C. to H.R.H. the Duke of Cambridge, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Officers of the 68th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war

Officers of the 68th Regiment, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Sir Colin Campbell, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Sir Colin Campbell, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Group of the 71st Regiment with colour sergeant, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton

Group of the 71st Regiment with colour sergeant, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Two French officers, seated, and Zouave, standing with arm resting on rifle, Crimean War

Two French officers, seated, and Zouave, standing with arm resting on rifle, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant Grills, R. H. A. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign

Lieutenant Grills, R. H. A. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign
Lieutenant Grills, R.H.A. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Balaklava harbour, the cattle pier, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic

Balaklava harbour, the cattle pier, Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo

Background image1853 1856 Collection: Lieutenant General Sir William J. Codrington K

Lieutenant General Sir William J. Codrington K.C.B. Crimean War, 1853-1856, Roger Fenton historic war campaign photo




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"1853-1856: A Glimpse into the Crimean War Through the Lens of Roger Fenton" Step back in time to the tumultuous years of 1853-1856, when nations clashed and history was made. Amongst the chaos and conflict, one man's lens captured moments that would forever be etched in our collective memory. George William Frederick Charles (1819-1904), a prominent figure during this era, played a significant role in shaping events. As we delve into his world, we uncover scenes from the British cavalry camp looking towards Kadikoi. The photograph by Roger Fenton (1819-1869), an American war photographer, transports us to a time where tent canvases housed soldiers from Russia, France, Turkey, Britain, and Ottoman. Within these camps stood brave individuals like Gerald Graham (1831-1899) and Captain Drysdale of the 42nd Regiment. Their unwavering dedication amidst the turmoil is evident through their portraits taken by Roger Fenton himself. But it wasn't just officers who left their mark on this historic period; Colonel Brownrigg C. B. , accompanied by two Russian boys named Alma & Inkermann became symbols of unity amid strife. Their story serves as a reminder that even in times of war, humanity can prevail. The harsh winter conditions faced by soldiers are vividly portrayed through photographs capturing men of the 77th Regiment donning their winter costumes while enduring unimaginable hardships. Major Brandling's troop of artillery horses also takes center stage as they navigate treacherous terrain with unwavering determination. Captain Graham and Captain Macleod stand side-by-side in another remarkable image captured by Roger Fenton—a testament to camaraderie forged on battlefields soaked with bloodshed. Amidst all this turmoil lies glimpses of respite—convivial parties between French and English troops within Camps such as those of the 4th Dragoons.