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Camp of the Siege Train (General Sir J. Burgoyne), at Sebastopol, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Camp of the Siege Train (General Sir J. Burgoyne), at Sebastopol, 1854. Crimean War. The spirit of over-confidence, which is the characteristic of the British nation will be loth to hear that Sebastopol did not fall, as was anticipated at home, after a twelve hours cannonade. On the contrary, the contest hitherto has been between mud fort and mud fort - between offensive works and offensive works; and when these forts are taken or destroyed, the real task of taking the town will commence. It will be a severe trial this taking or destroying of Sebastopol; and many days, perhaps weeks, will elapse before the day of triumph will dawn'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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British Army Crimea Ukraine Crimean War Disputed Territory Encampment Field Marshal Sir John Fox Burgoyne General Sir John Fox Burgoyne John Fox Burgoyne Military Camp Sebastopol Krym Ukraine Sevastopol Ukraine Siege Siege Of Sebastopol Siege Of Sevastopol Sir John Fox Burgoyne Tent Tents Territorial Territory Windmill
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This photograph print, titled 'Camp of the Siege Train (General Sir J. Burgoyne), at Sebastopol, 1854,' is an evocative reminder of the Crimean War and the arduous siege of Sebastopol. The image, published in the Illustrated London News in 1854, depicts the encampment of British forces under the command of General Sir John Fox Burgoyne. The scene is set against the backdrop of a desolate and muddy landscape, with tents and military structures scattered haphazardly across the terrain. The caption accompanying the image reflects the uncertainty and challenges faced by the British army during the siege. Despite the initial confidence back home that Sebastopol would fall swiftly following a twelve-hour cannonade, the reality was far from it. The contest between the mud forts and offensive works had only just begun, and the true challenge of taking the town was yet to come. The taking or destroying of Sebastopol was predicted to be a severe trial, with many days, perhaps even weeks, passing before the day of triumph. The windmill in the distance adds a sense of stillness and isolation to the scene, while the absence of color heightens the somber mood. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of warfare during the 19th century and serves as a testament to the tenacity and determination of the soldiers who fought in the Crimean War.
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