Crimea Collection (page 49)

Review of the guards returning from the Crimea, Hyde Park
People fraternising with the guards at the review in Hyde Park, London, after their return from the Crimean War. Date: 1856

Reception of Queen Victoria by review of guards, Hyde Park
The rapturous reception given to Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, by the Guards at the review in Hyde Park, London, after the regiments return from the Crimean War

Jullien Covent Garden Concert, 1855
Louis Antoine Julliens performance of the Allied Armies Quadrille at the promenade concert at the Covent Garden Opera House, 1855

Music Hall interior, Royal Surrey Gardens, 1856
Dinner for 2, 000 guards, recently returned from the Crimean War, held at the concert hall at the Royal Surrey Gardens. Date: 1856

Sevastopol - Crimea - Ukraine - Rue de Nakhimov
Rue de Nakhimov - Sevastopol - Crimea, Ukraine. This street is named after Pavel Stepanovich Nakhimov (18021855) Russian naval Admiral who annihilating the Ottoman fleet at Sinope in 1853

Sir George Brown - 1
SIR GEORGE BROWN British military commander in the Crimea. Date: 1790 - 1865

Sir George Brown - 3
SIR GEORGE BROWN British military commander in the Crimea. Depicted at the end of his life, festooned with medals. Date: 1790 - 1865

Crimea Memorial 1950S
The Crimea Memorial on Lower Regent Street, London, seen from Waterloo Place. Date: 1950s

Studholme Brownrigg
Colonel STUDHOLME BROWNRIGG British soldier in the Crimea, who did not distinguish himself sufficiently to rate a mention in any of our reference books. Date: CIRCA 1854

Franz Totleben - 3
FRANZ EDVARD IVANOVICH, count TOTLEBEN Russian military engineer, best known for his brilliant defence of Sebastopol in the Crimea war. Date: 1818 - 1884

American Express London
The first American Express office in London, which opened 3 Waterloo Place in 1896. The Crimea Memorial dominates the area. Date: early 1900s

Sir George Brown - 2
SIR GEORGE BROWN British military commander in the Crimea. Date: 1790 - 1865

Charles Bourbaki
CHARLES DENIS SAUTER BOURBAKI French military, served in Algeria, Crimea, Italy, but less successful against the Prussians in 1870. Date: 1816 - 1897

Barracks at Scutari, 1855
The barracks at Scutari-the British hospital. Date: 1855

Page from the Illustrated London News, 1854
A page from the Illustarted London News 1854, featuring the obituary of Captain Lewis Edward Nolan of the 15th Hussars, as well as an engraving of the charge of the chasseurs d Afrique

Ukraine - Crimea - Sebastopol - View out into the Black Sea Date: circa 1907

Recruiting for Crimea
Recruiting for the Crimean War in Charles Street, Westminster. Date: 1855

CRIMEA: MONGOLS, 1592. Islam Giray Khan of Crimea arrives in the port of Kefe and takes the revolting Khan prisoner. Manuscript illumination, Turkish, 1592

Solar power station. This station can generate 5 megawatts of power. Solar power is a renewable source of energy which uses photovoltaic cells to convert the Suns light into electricity

Mirrors & generator tower, Crimean solar power stn
Solar power. Wide-angle view of some of the mirrors of a solar power station. These mirrors reflect sunlight to the top of the tower seen at centre

Military semaphore, 19th century
Military semaphore. Historical artwork of a mobile semaphore system in use in the Crimean War (1853- 1856). The first efficient semaphore telegraphy system (sending messages by semaphore signals)

Sergei Korolev, Soviet rocket scientist
Sergei Korolev (1907-1966), pioneering Soviet rocket scientist (left). Also seen are glider designer S.N. Lyushin (centre) and pilot Artseulov (right)

Soviet deep space communications centre. Large radio antennae of the Russian Academy of Sciences used to receive radio signals from the Venera 4 space probe

Railway works at Balaclava 1855
British navvies commence work on the construction of a railway line between Balaclava and Sebastopol in the Crimea

Buckingham House, Pall Mall, London
Buckingham House, Pall Mall, office of the Minister at War, busy at this time fighting the war in the Crimea

Crimean War veteran
A veteran soldier of the Crimean War

Crimean war John Bythsea & William Johnstone
During the Crimean War, Commander John Bythsea (or Bythesea) and Stoker William Johnstone seize the Russian mail and despatches from five Russian soldiers in order to intercept important messages

Whitehall Illuminated
The Admiralty illuminated in celebration of the triumphant conclusion of the war in the Crimea

Tower Inspection Militia
Inspection of militia at the Tower, at the time of the outbreak of the war in the Crimea

Peace in the Strand
Londoners celebrate the victorious conclusion of the war in the Crimea by whooping it up in the Strand outside the premises of the Illustrated London News. Date: 1856

Crimea War Supplies
Commisariat difficulties : scene on the road from Balaklava to Sebastopol - supplies of food and munitions hampered by wet weather

Crimea War Ships
British naval vessels in the harbour at Balaklava, with tarpaulins stretched over the decks against the cold

Lt. General Sir George Brown and his staff, Crimea, 1855
Photograph of Lieutenant-General Sir George Brown at Inkerman, Crimea, where he commanded the Light Division, taken by Roger Fenton, 1855

Party of Cossacks entering Kadikol, Crimean War, 1856
Engraving of a small group of Russian troops on horseback, leaving the Crimea at the cessation of the Crimean War, 1856. Despite defeat by the allied forces of the Turks

The British 34th Regiment leaving the Crimea, 1856
Massed British troops, many bearded, boarding the ship the Prince Arthur for their return to England after the Crimean War

British Artillery leaving the Crimea, Balaklava, 1856
Landscape engraving of British troops, horses and gun carriages being loaded onto the ship Argo for the journey back to England at the conclusion of the Crimean War, 1856. Date: 1856

Emperor and Tsar
Tsar Alexander II receives Napoleon III at Warsaw, soon after the end of the Crimean War in which the Russians were defeated by the French and British

British Troops Embark
At Portsmouth, men of the Wiltshire Militia go aboard ship for the Crimea

Crimea Mortar Battery
British mortar battery on the heights before Sebastopol, during the Crimea War

Turkey Erzerum
General view of the town at the time of the Crimea war

Turkey Gallipoli
General view of the harbour at the time of the Crimea War

Ukraine / Sevastopol
(formerly known as Sebastopol) Seaport in the Crimea, the focus of intense fighting during the Crimea War

Ukraine Yalta
General view of the popular holiday resort in the southern Crimea : the suburb of Livadia will be the location of the historic Allied conference in February 1945

Russia Kronstadt
View of the harbour at the outbreak of the Crimea War

Rhapsody in Wood
Victorian girl knitting a garment for her boyfriend or husband who is away fighting, possibly in the Crimea?

Florence Nightingale visiting the Hut Hospitals, at Balaclav
Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florences social standing to become

Lighthouse Chersonese
Cape Chersonese is close to Balaklava, and this lighthouse is a valuable seamark to Allied shipping during the Crimea War

Battle Scene 1854
Warships are frequently used against shore targets as their guns generally outclass any thing available on land : during the Crimea War H.M.S. Bulldog bombards Bomarsund

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"Exploring the Rich History and Scenic Beauty of Crimea" Step back in time to the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava on 25 October 1854, immortalized in a captivating colour lithograph. Witness the bravery and valor of the Rifleman of 95th (Rifles) Regiment of Foot, who stood tall amidst chaos. Experience the intensity captured in "The Colours: advance of the Scots Guards at Alma, " an oil painting from 1899 that depicts a pivotal moment during the Crimean War. Delve into history with "The Remnants of an Army, " a poignant reminder of sacrifice. Enter "The Valley of Death, " where shadows loom large and echoes whisper tales from this haunting chapter. Watch as Grenadier Guards Depart, leaving behind their mark on this war-torn land. Discover Mary Seacole's indomitable spirit through Punch's portrayal, showcasing her unwavering dedication to care for wounded soldiers. Learn about Lord Cardigan, whose name became synonymous with courage amidst adversity. Escape to Yalta's picturesque seafront along Crimea's coast, where tranquility meets remnants of conflict. Marvel at its beauty while contemplating how it has witnessed both triumphs and tribulations throughout history. Immerse yourself in Crimea's rich past during the Crimean War – a testament to human resilience amid turmoil. Observe people sitting on benches near Lenin's statue; symbols representing different eras coexisting harmoniously. Crimea beckons you with its intriguing blend of historical significance and natural splendor – an invitation to explore its multifaceted identity that continues to captivate visitors from around Europe and beyond.