A Short Historical Account Of The Crimea: From The Earliest Ages And During The Russian Occupation (1855) is a book written by William Burckhardt Barker. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Crimean peninsula, starting from its earliest ages up to the Russian occupation. The author provides a detailed description of the geography, history, and culture of the region. He also delves into the political and military events that have shaped the Crimean peninsula throughout history. The book covers the period of the Russian occupation of the Crimea, which started in 1783 and lasted until the Crimean War in 1853. The author provides insights into the political and social conditions of the region during this period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Crimean peninsula and its significance in world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.