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The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board "The St. Vincent" English ship... 1854. Creator: Unknown. The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board "The St. Vincent" English ship... 1854. Creator: Unknown
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The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board "The St. Vincent" English ship... 1854. Creator: Unknown. The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board "The St. Vincent" English ship... 1854. Creator: Unknown
The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board "The St. Vincent" English ship, at Calais, 1854. Northern France: the French Expeditionary Force for the Baltic board Royal Navy ships destined for the Crimean War....the [French] troops marched down from their respective encampments to the quay side, where, according to previous arrangements, they deposited their arms and accoutrements in boxes, which were at once conveyed on board the ships of war by small vessels engaged for that service. Large quantities of ammunition and powder were also embarked by the same means...The transports having been laid alongside, the troops entered through the lower ports, and for the first time in their lives they found themselves on board an English ship of war'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854.
From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This image depicts the 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on board the English ship, "The St. Vincent," at Calais harbor in 1854. The French Expeditionary Force was making its way to the Baltic Sea to join the ongoing Crimean War against Russia. The troops are seen marching in formation towards the quay side, their uniforms and equipment neatly arranged. According to contemporary reports, upon arrival, they deposited their arms and accoutrements in boxes, which were then transported aboard the ships by smaller vessels. Large quantities of ammunition and powder were also embarked in the same manner. In the foreground of the photograph, soldiers can be seen boarding the ship through the lower ports, marking their first experience on board an English warship. The image offers a glimpse into the logistical challenges of mobilizing a large military force during wartime and the complexities of international alliances and cooperation. This photograph is a fascinating document of history, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in the Crimean War and the complexities of military diplomacy during the 19th century. The exact creator of this image remains unknown, but it was originally published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1854.
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