This detailed study of British strategy during the Crimean War; from the Eastern crisis of March 1853 to the Treaty of Paris in May 1856; adopts a maritime perspective. It uses fresh archive material to focus on the fact that the Crimean invasion was solely in order to destroy the Russian fleet and base; not to capture territory. The pivotal role of the British Navy is examined; as well as the manner in which the British fleet; threatening St Petersburg in 1855; forced Russia to accept the allied terms. The text will be of interest to students and historians of strategy; diplomacy and 19th-century war and politics.
#2863764 in Books 2003-05-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 11.00 x 1.25 x 8.38l; 3.29 #File Name: 0714842893272 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Must for Arne Jacobsen fansBy Brian BattleA thorough and complete history of the SAS hotel and Arne Jacobsen. Being a huge Arne Jacobsen fan I love this book3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Arne Jacobsen's Mona LisaBy David M.This is an amazing book on a great designer/architect. There are other OOP books on Jacobsen but this one describes every detail of this great project. It also describes other related buildings and objects so that you can get a good overview of his work. A must have for any design fan.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy mayaOne of the finest design books I own!
