Crimean War, attack on Sebastopol
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Crimean War, attack on Sebastopol
Crimean War, attack on Sebastopol, 30 October 1854, view of the harbour.
1854
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1850s 1854 Attack Attacking Crimea Crimean Explosion Explosions Firing Sebastopol
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This evocative image captures the chaos and intensity of the attack on Sebastopol during the Crimean War on 30 October 1854. The harbor of Sebastopol, located on the Crimean coast, is shown under siege as British and French forces launch a relentless assault on the Russian stronghold. The sea is dotted with ships, their sails furled and cannons ready, as they prepare to deliver a barrage of fire towards the city's defenses. Smoke rises from the harbor, indicating the presence of explosions, likely from the Russian fortifications or ammunition stores. The attack was a turning point in the Crimean War, which had been raging since 1853, and marked the beginning of the end for the Russian forces in the region. The determination and bravery of the attacking forces are palpable in this powerful and historic photograph.
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