Siege progress and plans from the Crimea war report
The telegraphic updates from the Crimea describe continued siege operations against Sebastopol. Allied efforts aim at the Malakhoff Tower and Redan with night sorties. French and British works press forward while harbour guns pause from new batteries. Casualties are reported among naval and land forces, with health improving though cholera lingers in pockets.
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Crimea
Comand
Pelissier
Sebastopol
Malakhoff Tower
Redan
Simpson
Russian
Odessa
Asiatic
Niger
Mra Moe
Death of Lieutenant-Colonel Vico Honored by Allied Commanders
Dispatch from General Simpson dated July 14 1855 mourns the death of Lieutenant-Colonel Vico of the French army who joined the English army in May 1854. He served at Varna Alma Inkermann and Balaklava, maintained allied communications, and was highly regarded by Field Marshal Raglan. The note, signed by James Sampson, praises his pious conduct and sacrifice for the public good. The summary mentions casualties and the 39th Regiment.
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Simpson
Sebastopol
Vico
Varna
Old Fort
Bulganac
de Lagondie
Alma
Balaklava
Inkermann
Vice
Lord Raglan
Thave
James Sampson
Lord
Panmure
Firing On The Redan A Morning To Sunset Engagement
A morning attack on the Redan began at 3 am with heavy fire from British left and right and continued about nine hours. Mortars struck near embrasures. shells created dust plumes as fires and exchanges persisted. Enemy guns appeared intermittently in sight after silence, with crews sustaining severe casualties among artillerymen. The Malakoff batteries did not fire.
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Redan
Greenhill
Malakoff Hills
Dockyard
Malakoff Hill
Malakoff
Battle-fatigued siege and advice from Sebastopol
A Daily News correspondent laments the siege of Sebastopol. He describes the Baidar valley and the French cavalry, the stony ravines, odours, and endless guns. He argues leaders fail to seize the open field and warns of diminishing Allied chances without a decisive move.
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Baidar
Daily News
England
Sebastopol
Hare
Mackenzie
Bold plan for siege of Sebastopol by single decisive general
A historical newspaper fragment argues that the army should pack stores and siege guns, march to break the siege, and force a battle near Perekop. It claims victory would chase the Russians and open sea communications for the allies, praising a lone capable commander while criticizing multiple leaders as "too many cooks spoil the broth."
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Balkhehi-Serai
Perekop
Sebastopol
Thanks to Army as Lord Ragshin praised
The War Department and Lord Ragshin receive letters praising Allied operations with France. Queen and public honor Captain Lyons of the Miranda and allied naval deeds. Circassian campaign notes discuss Circassian tribes, raids, and Turkish influence shaping future strategy.
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War Department
Lyons
Miranda
Queen's Con gratulations to Troops at Redan Capture
War Department dispatch from June 25 records the Queen’s praise for gallant troops at the Redan works and allied successes on the Mamelon and Ouvrages Blancs. It notes wounded and dead with sympathy, and commends Corporal Quinn for a daring feat. Field Marshal Raglan signs with order from H. La. Pakenham.
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War Department
Redan
Quinn
Pelissier
Sebastopol
Shave
Y “Panmure
Lord Raghan
G.C.D
H. la. Pakexnam
Circassians in the Russian War Excerpt from Paris Paper
The Paris Constitutionnel notes Circassia's mixed performance in the war against Russia. It credits Circassians with useful actions yet cites lack of discipline and disunity among tribes under Shamyl as limits to sustained success. It mentions coastal fortresses and incursions shaping Russian retreat.
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Circassia
Paris
Russia
Soukum Kuli
Ghelendie
Anapa, &c
Shamyl
Naib
Russian Campaign in Asia Minor Reported in Constantinople Letters
The Constantinople mail notes a sudden Russian retreat from siege of Kars with 30,000 troops nearby. Kars might withstand winter if provisions hold. fortifications include three citadels and six bastions. Muravief or Mura vieff redirects forces to cut Erzeroum, while Austria’s stance frees troops for Asia.
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Asia Minor
Constantinople
Kars
Trebizonde
Phemamelon Karadagh
Temir
Muraviel
Erzeroum
Ixars
Krzeroun
Khorassan
Khani Tschar
Hagsan Kale
Trebizonde 5
Omer Pacha
trans-Caucasia
Austria
Russia
Crimea
Cvar
Asia
Muragieff
Sultan Letter to Raglan Praises Allied Efforts in Crimea
Translation of a royal note to Lord Raglan praising British French troops for glorious deeds in Crimea. The Sultan pledges unity with western powers and hopes for a swift, decisive victory that will bind nations and honor fallen comrades. He sees the war as restoring fraternal ties among peoples.
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Crimea
West
Also Mentioned on This Page
Loth
Janus Simpson
Qs van Déranarst
Pel
TER Majtes Sty
Sebastopal
Leutenant
Iate
Lord Ragshin
Aewjosty S. Commas
Abasia
Sivery Iman
Schamul
St. Petersburg
Shamy
Ife
Pachas
Turkey
Adrianople
Benglisis
Raglan
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