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Destruction of the Docks, Sebastopol - from a sketch by J. A. Crowe, 1856. Creator: J. A. Crowe
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Destruction of the Docks, Sebastopol - from a sketch by J. A. Crowe, 1856. Creator: J. A. Crowe
Destruction of the Docks, Sebastopol - from a sketch by J. A. Crowe, 1856. Crimean War. It was the intention of our engineers to blow in a portion of the English half of the docks...the charges in the side and bottom of the French east dock exploded almost simultaneously...[and] shook the ground all round terribly, and propelled large stones perpendicularly up in the air to the height of at least 900 feet...The demolition of the French east dock was complete. The quantity of powder expended in blowing up this dock alone was 10, 000 lb. with 33 charges in all. After the Russians had fired a few badly-aimed shells, and the French and English engineer had examined the debris, the former again fired the four charges that had not gone off. After the lapse of a few minutes these exploded, and thus the west and east docks of the French half...were completely destroyed'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This print, titled "Destruction of the Docks, Sebastopol - from a sketch by J. A. Crowe, 1856," offers a glimpse into the chaotic aftermath of one of the most significant military events during the Crimean War. The image, created by the skilled hand of J. A. Crowe, captures the moment of triumph and destruction as the Russian forces successfully blew up the French docks at Sebastopol. The scene unfolds with a backdrop of smoke and debris, as the remnants of the French east dock lie in ruins. The intention behind this strategic move was to weaken the French and British naval presence in the region, allowing the Russian forces to gain the upper hand in the ongoing conflict. The explosion, described in the "Illustrated London News" as having "shook the ground all round terribly," propelled large stones high into the sky, reaching heights of at least 900 feet. The demolition of the French east dock was not without its challenges. The charges in the side and bottom of the dock had to be carefully timed and executed to ensure maximum impact. After the initial explosion, the French and English engineers examined the debris, and the Russians fired a few poorly aimed shells. However, it was not until the Russians detonated the remaining charges that the west and east docks of the French half were completely destroyed. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the destructive power of war and the far-reaching consequences of military conflict. The meticulous detail and vivid imagery captured by J. A. Crowe offer a unique perspective into this pivotal moment in history, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical art or military memorabilia.
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