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The Light Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Light Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, 1854. Crimean War: disastrous communication breakdown. When Lord Lucan received the order from Captain Nolan, and had read it, he asked, "Where are we to advance to?" Captain Nolan pointed with his finger to the line of the Russians, and said, "There are the enemy, and there are the guns, before them; it is your duty to take them" or words to that effect, according to the statement made since his death. Lord Lucan, with reluctance, gave the order to Lord Cardigan to advance upon the guns, conceiving that his orders compelled him to do so. The noble Earl, though he did not shrink, also saw the fearful odds against him. Don Quixote in his tilt against the windmill was not near so rash and reckless as the gallant fellows who prepared without a thought to rush on almost certain death'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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The Light Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, 1854: A Disastrous Communication Breakdown This black and white print depicts the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War. The scene unfolds on the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine, with the British Army preparing to advance against the Russian forces. The commanding officer, Lord Lucan, received an order from Captain Nolan to take on the enemy guns before them. However, the location of the enemy and the exact orders were unclear, leading to a dramatic and disastrous outcome. Lord Lucan, with reluctance, gave the order to Lord Cardigan to advance upon the guns. The gallant Earl, though hesitant, knew the gravity of the situation and prepared his cavalry regiment for the charge. The horses and riders, reminiscent of Don Quixote's tilt against the windmill, galloped towards the enemy line without a thought for their own safety. The print, published in the Illustrated London News in 1854, captures the chaos and confusion of the battlefield. The explosions from the Russian artillery create a dramatic backdrop to the advancing cavalry. The cavalrymen, horses, and guns are all in motion, adding to the sense of urgency and danger. The Charge of the Light Brigade was a turning point in the Crimean War and a tragic example of the consequences of poor communication and misunderstood orders. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave soldiers on both sides during this disputed territory conflict.
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