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Siege of Sebastopol - Preparing a Train for the Trenches, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Siege of Sebastopol - Preparing a Train for the Trenches, 1854. Crimean War: British Army position. Sebastopol will fall, no one doubts it - the question is only one of time...It is satisfactory...to know that the force of the Allies has been increased by the arrival of 25, 000 French at Kherson, all of whom are landed and ready for action...A large mill on the right of a small gorge has been turned into a powder magazine, and near it is the siege train, with all the heavy ordnance, furnaces, mortars, and other apparatus. Beyond the mill is the Light Division, with Sir George Brown; and the 4th, with Sir George Cathcart. Two battalions of Rifles are on each wing. The extreme left is held by Sir R. England's division. The whole of the army is thus distributed, fronting, as well as the undulation of the ground permits, the town of Sebastopol'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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Siege of Sebastopol - Preparing a Train for the Trenches, 1854
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is a captivating black and white print depicting the British Army's meticulous preparations for the assault on Sebastopol during the Crimean War. The image, created in the 19th century, captures the intensity and determination of the soldiers as they readied their heavy artillery for the front lines. The scene is set against the backdrop of a rugged terrain, with a mill on the right transformed into a powder magazine. Nearby, the siege train, brimming with cannons, furnaces, and mortars, is being loaded with ammunition and other essential apparatus. The Light Division, under the command of Sir George Brown, and the 4th Division, led by Sir George Cathcart, are visible in the distance, with two battalions of Rifles on each wing. The extreme left of the army is held by Sir R. England's division. The entire army is strategically distributed, facing the town of Sebastopol as best as the undulating ground allows. The print, originally published in the "Illustrated London News," offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of warfare during this era. The soldiers, dressed in their uniforms, work diligently to lift and winch the heavy artillery into position, demonstrating the immense effort required to maintain the front line. The Crimean War, a disputed territory between Russia and Britain, saw the arrival of 25,000 French reinforcements, who were all landed and ready for action. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the immense logistical challenges and the unwavering resolve of the armed forces during this pivotal moment in history. This print, with its intricate details and historical significance, is a must-have for any military history enthusiast or collector. It offers a unique perspective into the preparations for a major battle during the Crimean War, a time when the outcome was uncertain, and the fate of Sebastopol hung in the balance.
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