Balaklava, from Guard's Hill

Balaklava, from Guard's Hill

Above we show an historic picture of Balaklava, from Guard's Hill in the Crimean War. It was made between 1855 and 1865 by Fenton, Roger, 1819-1869.

The photo illustrates View of Balaklava with conical tent encampments, ships in the harbor, and ruins of castle on a hill in the background.

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Image ID# 1CC0A9B2

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Crimean War

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• 1850s

• British Imperialism

• Military

• Roger Fenton Crimean War