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Boat Attack, by H.M.S. "Gorgon" on on of the Aland Isles, 1854. Creator: Unknown. Boat Attack, by H.M.S. "Gorgon" on on of the Aland Isles, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Boat Attack, by H.M.S. "Gorgon" on on of the Aland Isles, 1854. Creator: Unknown. Boat Attack, by H.M.S. "Gorgon" on on of the Aland Isles, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Boat Attack, by H.M.S. "Gorgon" on on of the Aland Isles, 1854. Scene from the Crimean War: Royal Navy attacking Russian position in Finland. Sketch...from an officer of the Baltic Fleet, represent[ing] a gallant affair...when H.M.S. Gorgon, unsupported by the fire of any other ships, cut out eight of the enemy's boats. In the gig were Captain Cracroft, and Mr. Llewellyn, Assistant-Surgeon. In the cutter, Lieutenant Michell; and in the pinnace, Mr. Royse, midshipman. The pinnace threw several shell amongst the trees; and the fire from the other boats was so well directed, that the enemy would not show themselves. In the Sketch the cutter is represented pulling in under fire of the other boats. The loss of the enemy was unknown: they fired very badly. There were no casualties on the part of the English'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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Boat Attack, by H.M.S. 'Gorgon' on one of the Aland Isles, 1854
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is a captivating and historically significant image from the Crimean War. The exact creator of this sketch remains unknown, but it was published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1854. This scene depicts the Royal Navy's daring attack on a Russian position in Finland. H.M.S. Gorgon, a British warship, is shown leading the charge, cutting out eight enemy boats without the support of any other ships. The brave officers involved in this gallant affair include Captain Cracroft and Mr. Llewellyn, Assistant-Surgeon, in the gig; Lieutenant Michell in the cutter; and Mr. Royse, midshipman, in the pinnace. In the sketch, the cutter is shown pulling in under heavy fire from the enemy boats. Despite the enemy's resistance, their fire was ineffective, and no casualties were reported on the British side. The loss on the Russian side was unknown, but their poor marksmanship was evident. This image provides a glimpse into the bravery and determination of the soldiers involved in the Crimean War. The sketch was a testament to the skill and strategic prowess of the British Navy during this time. It serves as an important historical record of a pivotal moment in the conflict, reminding us of the valor and heroism displayed by the men who fought during this era.
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