Home > Popular Themes > Balaclava, Crimea
Crimean War
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Crimean War
Crimean War. Sketch of Balaklava, 1856 Date: 1856
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7404143
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10474872
1078 Balaclava Crimea Crimean Wo78
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> National Archives
> Popular Themes
> Balaclava, Crimea
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative sketch, titled "Balaklava, 1856," transports us back to the Crimean War (1853-1856), a pivotal moment in European history. The image captures the rugged terrain and harsh conditions of the Crimean Peninsula, with its barren hills and rocky coastline. In the foreground, we see a group of soldiers huddled around a campfire, their weary faces etched with the hardships of battle. The Crimean War was a complex conflict between the Russian Empire and an alliance of the Ottoman Empire, France, the United Kingdom, and Sardinia-Piedmont. The war was fought primarily in the Crimean Peninsula, with the infamous Siege of Sevastopol being one of its most notable engagements. Balaklava, a small port town on the southern coast of the Crimean Peninsula, played a significant role in the war. It was the site of the Battle of Balaklava, also known as the Charge of the Light Brigade, a disastrous cavalry charge on October 25, 1854. The charge was a result of miscommunication and misunderstanding between British commanders, resulting in heavy losses for the British forces. This sketch offers a glimpse into the daily life of soldiers during the Crimean War. The soldiers are shown in various stages of rest and repair, with some mending their uniforms and others tending to their horses. The campfire provides a moment of respite from the harsh realities of war, offering a brief moment of warmth and companionship. The sketch is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the hardships endured by soldiers during the Crimean War. It also serves as a testament to the bravery and resilience of those who fought in this historic conflict.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
