Historical Dictionary Of The Crimean War

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of the Crimean War written by Guy Arnold and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2002-04-16 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For a relatively short war, the Crimean War holds an important place in history. Finally, a resource that provides a historical overview of the war from a number of different angles including, the causes, the motivations, the course, and the consequences. This volume fully explores the: o Main engagements o Principal political figures and rulers o Military leaders and naval commanders o Events leading up to the conflict This Dictionary is an excellent window into the political, national, and military intrigue that surrounded one of the most costly campaigns of all time. Includes a chronology, maps, and a comprehensive bibliography full of primary sources, as well as classic sources and histories that will allow researchers to trace the changing perception of the war through history.