Battle of Balaklava
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Wars, Battles
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, British History, French History, Russian/Former Soviet States History, Middle Eastern History
- Geographical Location: Crimea
- Date: October 24-25, 1854
Article abstract: Type of action: Ground battle in the Crimean War. Result: Costly allied repulse of Russian attack; minor Russian strategic victory.
The town of Balaklava was an allied supply base during the naval blockade and military Siege of Sevastopol (1854-1855). Russian troops launched a surprise attack the night of October 24. Before dawn of October 25, they captured six high-ground redoubts, routing the Turkish garrisons.
Sir Colin Campbell rallied the ninety-third Highlanders in the South Valley between Causeway Heights and the town. This “Thin...
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