The Crimea In 1854, And 1894 (1895)

The Crimea In 1854, And 1894 (1895)

Evelyn Wood

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104487133
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''The Crimea in 1854, and 1894'' is a historical book written by Evelyn Wood and published in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of the Crimean War, which took place between 1853 and 1856, and the events leading up to it. Wood, who was a British military officer and a veteran of the war, offers a firsthand perspective of the conflict and the conditions faced by soldiers on both sides. The book also includes a section on the state of the Crimea in 1894, nearly 40 years after the war. Wood describes the changes that had occurred in the region, including the growth of cities and towns, the development of infrastructure, and the impact of modern technologies. Overall, ''The Crimea in 1854, and 1894'' is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the Crimean War and the history of the Crimea. It provides an insightful and engaging account of the conflict and its aftermath, and sheds light on the social, economic, and political changes that occurred in the region over the course of several decades.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.

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