Descriptive Sketches

This collection of sketches and illustrations provides a vivid and compelling visual record of the Crimean War, as witnessed by artist William Simpson and described by military officer George Brackenbury. From the Battle of Alma to the Siege of Sebastopol, these images offer a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in European history.

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