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The Transport Fleet Embarking the Troops, at Varna, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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The Transport Fleet Embarking the Troops, at Varna, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Transport Fleet Embarking the Troops, at Varna, 1854. Scene from the Crimean War: the Black Sea, off the coast of Bulgaria. Royal Navy ships arrive with British soldiers. "Simla" and "Sidon"; "Himalaya" 8th Hussars, part of 17th Lancers, 370 Horses; "Jason", Light Cavalry; "Emu" 42nd Regiment; Varna; "Kangaroo" Fusilier Guards; "Courier"; "Simoom" French Camp, Coldstreams; Zouaves Camp; "Agamemnon, "Harbinger", Artillery; "W. Kennedy" engineers; "Melbourne"'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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The Transport Fleet Embarking the Troops at Varna, 1854, is an evocative and historically significant image from the Crimean War. This black and white print, published in the Illustrated London News, captures the moment of departure for the British troops as they prepare to embark on Royal Navy ships off the coast of Bulgaria. The scene is set against the backdrop of the Black Sea, with the ships "Simla" and "Sidon," as well as the "Himalaya" carrying the 8th Hussars and part of the 17th Lancers, and their horses, among the vessels in the fleet. Other ships, such as the "Jason," "Emu," "Courier," "Simoom," and "Agamemnon," can also be seen in the distance. The soldiers, including the 42nd Regiment and the Fusilier Guards, are shown boarding the ships, ready to set sail for an uncertain future. The print also depicts the French camp and the Zouaves' camp, underscoring the multinational nature of the conflict. The steamships "Melbourne" and "W. Kennedy" are also present, indicating the importance of both sailing and steam-powered vessels in the transportation of troops during this period. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the logistical challenges of warfare during the 19th century and the critical role of naval transport in the Crimean War. The image is a testament to the power and reach of the press, as it allowed the British public to follow the progress of the war through the pages of the Illustrated London News.
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