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Eupatoria - (Custom-House) Quarters of Captain Payne's Detachment of Marines, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Eupatoria - (Custom-House) Quarters of Captain Payne's Detachment of Marines, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Eupatoria - (Custom-House) Quarters of Captain Payne's Detachment of Marines, 1854. Yevpatoria is a city in Western Crimea on the Black Sea. It was the first port landed at by the allies during the Crimean War. View of one of the...principal points of occupation of the forces and places of interest: all of them...situated on the strand...The head quarters of the Marines were established in the Quarantine buildings and grounds...Captain Payne's quarters appears to be the Customhouse'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This black and white image, titled 'Eupatoria - (Custom-House) Quarters of Captain Payne's Detachment of Marines, 1854,' showcases the Custom House in Yevpatoria, Crimea, which served as the headquarters for Captain Payne's detachment of the Royal Marines during the Crimean War. Yevpatoria was the first port of call for the allied forces during this conflict, and the Custom House was one of the principal points of occupation and places of interest, all situated on the strand. The Crimean War, which lasted from 1853 to 1856, was a significant territorial dispute between Russia and the Western European alliance, with Yevpatoria being a contested territory. In this photograph, we see the exterior of Captain Payne's quarters, which appear to be the Custom House. The building's grand architecture and imposing presence are evident, with its columns and intricate details standing out against the backdrop of the Black Sea. The Royal Marines, an elite branch of the British armed forces, were an essential component of the allied forces during the Crimean War. Their headquarters were established in the Quarantine buildings and grounds, with Captain Payne's quarters being a notable part of this complex. The Custom House, with its financial and administrative functions, would have been an ideal location for the Marine commanders to oversee their operations. This photograph, originally published in the Illustrated London News in 1854, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering insights into the architecture, armed forces, and history of this disputed territory during a time of war and occupation. The image's intriguing composition and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection of 19th-century prints.
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